Teaching Assistant (SEND) - Term Time

Burnt Oak Primary, Gillingham

• Ref:MED887-3760-78S
• Posted:29/10/2025
• Pay:D2 Point 4-11 (Dependent on Experience)
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:16/11/2025 at 23:00
• Interviews:TBC

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 **PLEASE APPLY ON OUR SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM AVAILABLE HERE**

Post Title: Teaching Assistant (SEND)

School: Burnt Oak Primary School

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/08/2026

Hours: 32.5 per week (8.30am - 3.30pm)

Weeks: 38 (Term Time only)

Grade:  Medway NJC D2 point 4-11 (Dependent on experience)

Salary: D2 Point 4-11 (Dependent on Experience) - £18,497-£20,669 actual pro-rated pay (£25,185-£28,142 FTE)

Interview Date: TBC

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, positive and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and nurturing school community. This term-time role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities, and committed to helping every child enjoy, achieve and succeed.

Burnt Oak is proud to hold flagship status for Inclusion. Our staff are deeply committed to supporting each and every child, fostering active engagement and a love of learning. Pupils feel safe, valued, and supported by both teachers and support staff, and benefit from a wide range of opportunities tailored to their individual needs.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with small groups of children, providing targeted support and interventions.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of personalised learning activities.
• Support pupils with a range of SEND needs, helping them to access the curriculum and develop key skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and other professionals to monitor progress and adapt support as needed.

You will be joining a warm, friendly and caring team, where staff morale is high and our shared values of ‘Enjoy, Achieve, Succeed’ underpin everything we do. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.

If you are passionate about inclusion and want to help children thrive, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will:

• Be passionate and enthusiastic about supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities;
• Develop strong relationships with children, staff and other stakeholders;
• Be able to motivate and inspire children, helping them to overcome barriers and achieve their potential;
• Use specialist skills, training or experience to deliver targeted interventions and personalised support;
• Be committed to the school's high standards of teaching, learning and pastoral care;
• Demonstrate strong literacy and numeracy skills to effectively support learning across the curriculum.

We offer:

•  An inclusive and caring ethos;
• A school where every child matters;
• Welcoming and supportive staff;
• A well-resourced school;
• Exceptional opportunities for professional development;
• A supportive Leadership Team.

**PLEASE APPLY ON OUR SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM AVAILABLE HERE**

Information about the school

“Burnt Oak Primary School believes that their school can make a difference to the pupils within it.” (IQM Assessor)

Ofsted (May 2022) judged the school as providing a GOOD quality of education and with an overall effectiveness judgement of the same.

“Pupils are happy at school and enjoy their learning. Leaders ensure everyone is included. The school is a caring community.” (Ofsted May 2022)

Burnt Oak Primary School is a vibrant and welcoming school situated in lower Gillingham. We are a two-form entry school with a Nursery. The school is well resourced and has excellent ICT facilities. We have motivated and happy pupils who are eager to learn.

https://www.burntoak.medway.sch.uk/

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jenny Baker
• Address:The Bluebell Federation, C/O Swingate Primary School, Sultan Road, Lordswood, Kent, ME5 8TJ
• Telephone: 01634 336472
• Email: hrteam@thebluebellfederation.co.uk

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• Job Description & Person Specification