SEND Teaching Assistant - Term Time - Special Needs Position

Danecourt School, Gillingham

• Ref:MED887-7031-191S
• Posted:21/10/2025
• Pay:Medway D2 ( Point 4 - 11)
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:12/12/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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About the Role

At Danecourt School, every small step matters.
We’re looking for kind, dedicated Teaching Assistants who want to make a genuine difference for children with special educational needs (SEND).

You’ll support children with complex needs including autism, communication differences and sensory or emotional challenges. Working closely with teachers, therapists and families, you’ll help pupils grow in confidence, communication and independence.

Every day will be different — but every day you’ll make an impact.

In this role, you will:

• Support individuals or small groups to access learning.

• Provide care, encouragement and emotional support.

• Help deliver creative and engaging lessons.

• Celebrate every achievement, no matter how small.

You may work across our three school sites, giving you the chance to experience a rich and varied learning environment.

Who You Are

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about helping children thrive.

• Brings patience, positivity and empathy to every situation.

• Works well as part of a collaborative team.

• Is calm, flexible and eager to learn.

• Holds English and Maths GCSEs (or equivalent).

• Has experience or a strong interest in SEND.

Experience in education or care is helpful but not essential — full training will be provided.

Why Join Danecourt?

At Danecourt, part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we live by our STARS values:
Supportive, Teamwork, Ambitious, Resilient, Successful

We offer:

• A welcoming, collaborative culture where every role matters.

• Regular CPD and development opportunities — including clear routes from TA to Teacher.

• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and school wellbeing leads.

• Term-time working, giving you time to recharge during school holidays.

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact every single day.

Join a school recognised as the Winner of the Medway Parents and Carers Forum SEND Award and holder of the Inclusion Quality Mark’s Inclusive School Award.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Come and see what makes Danecourt so special. To arrange a visit, contact the school office on 01634 232589.

Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!

Danecourt School and the Maritime Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity, striving to build a team that reflects a range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.

Information about the school

Danecourt School is part of the Maritime Academy Trust, an innovative partnership of schools in Greenwich, Bexley, Kent, and Medway. Across the Trust, we believe in transforming education through collaboration, creativity, and an entrepreneurial curriculum that equips children with essential life skills.

At Danecourt, we are proud to be a specialist primary school for pupils with a wide range of needs — including complex learning difficulties and autism. Every child here is valued, supported, and challenged to achieve their personal best.

Our mission is to help all pupils become “STARS” -

S - Self reliant T - Team Players A - Aspirational R - Resilient S - Successful

We achieve this through a personalised curriculum tailored to each child’s individual needs. Our highly trained and dedicated staff have the highest expectations for every pupil — celebrating difference, encouraging curiosity, and unlocking potential in every lesson.

Collaboration sits at the heart of all we do. We work closely with families, carers, and specialist agencies to ensure every child thrives academically, emotionally, and socially. Pupil progress and achievement are celebrated in meaningful ways that reflect the uniqueness of each learner.

If you’re interested in joining our community, we warmly welcome you to visit us — meet our pupils and staff, see our approach in action, and experience the truly special atmosphere that defines Danecourt School.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Maritime Academy Trust
• Address:50 John Harrison Way, Greenwich, London, SE10 0BG
• Telephone: 020 8858 0394
• Email: recruitment@maritimeacademytrust.org

Documents

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• Application Pack