Alternative Provision Teaching Assistant (With an Interest in Art & Design) - Full-time/Part-time - Special Needs Position

Maidstone & Malling AP Service, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-1127-102S
• Posted:16/06/2025
• Pay:Kent Scheme C (£25,252 pro rated to £21,973)
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:07/07/2025 at 09:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Teaching Assistant – Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: Kent Scheme C (£25,252 FTE & SEN Allowance)
Contract Type: Part-time 35hpw, Term Time Only & 5 Inset Days
Start Date: September 2025
Closing Date: 9am Monday 7^th July 2025

Are you passionate about supporting young people who face challenges in mainstream education? Do you have a creative flair and an interest in Art & Design? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision is seeking a committed and empathetic Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where every day brings a chance to make a real difference.

About the Role:

You will support students with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs, helping them to re-engage with learning and develop the skills they need to succeed. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you’ll provide both academic and emotional support tailored to individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students.
• Assist in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Support students’ emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and creative learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and external professionals to support student progress.

Desirable:

• An interest or background in Art & Design, to help inspire creativity and expression in students.
• Experience working with young people in education, care, or youth work settings.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and a positive, resilient attitude.

We Offer:

• A supportive and experienced team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to make a lasting impact on young lives.

At Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Our staff work closely together, sharing best practices and learning from one another, ensuring that everyone is able to develop and thrive in their careers. Whether you’re starting your teaching journey or looking for a new challenge, we will provide you with the ongoing professional development and support you need to grow.

If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to support students in reaching their potential, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please contact ssmith@mmap.kent.sch.uk

Information about the school

The Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision (MMAP) is located approximately 1 mile from the centre of Maidstone and is the hub of the Maidstone and Malling Inclusion Service.

The Provision supports young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties from KS3 to KS4. These students may be at risk of permanent exclusion from their mainstream setting and the Provision offers outreach, transition and respite support for KS3 students. The placements in KS4 are usually longer term to enable students to complete their qualifications.

Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision is committed to the education and social development of all its students and our broad curriculum provides the opportunities for our students to be successful academically and vocationally.

Our Ofsted inspection in March 2025 was rated Good and we are continuing to develop the quality of learning and our holistic strategies.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Stacie Smith, Headteacher
• Address:Cedars, 8 Bower Mount Road, Maidstone , Kent, ME16 8AU
• Telephone: 01622 753772
• Email: ssmith@mmap.kent.sch.uk

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