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Teaching Assistant (Linked to a Child) - Part-time

Higham Primary School, Nr Rochester

  • Ref:KCC886-2109-128S
  • Posted:09/07/2025
  • Pay:KSB
  • Start Date:1 September 2025
  • App Close Date:30/07/2025 at 09:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and energetic person to support a KS2 child on a one to one basis. This role is part time working 9am till 12pm on a daily basis term time only. The successful candidate will work within and outside the child's class, supporting the child emotionally and academically. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the class teacher and SENDCO.

Candidates need to have a nurturing and resilient nature and be compassionate towards children who may find school life challenging, supporting them with effective strategies to be successful. The successful candidate needs to be able to communicate with children, remain calm and composed whilst responding to a child's needs with empathy and understanding. 

We would ideally like the successful candidate to have experience of working with children with SEND. The successful candidate needs to be skilled and passionate about working with children with SEND and have the desire to make an impact on children's success.

This position is for an immediate start from 1 September 2025 and following application candidates may be called for interview in July or August. Applications will be monitored and if a suitable candidate is found the advert may be closed early.

Information about the school

Higham Primary School is a one form entry school with 211 pupils currently on roll. We are located in Higham village, between Gravesend and Rochester.
The school is easily accessible and only 10 minutes walk from Higham Station. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and staff and expect all applicants to share this commitment. We work together as a team to support all pupils and staff to be successful.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Catherine Grattan
  • Address:Higham Primary School, School Lane, Higham, Nr Rochester, Kent, ME3 7 JL
  • Telephone: 01474 822535
  • Email: senco@higham.kent.sch.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.