Nurture Teaching Assistant - Part-time - Special Needs Position

Swalecliffe Community Primary School, Swalecliffe

• Ref:KCC886-2643-152S
• Posted:11/11/2025
• Pay:KSB
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:25/11/2025 at 18:00
• Interviews:28th November

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Swalecliffe Primary School is a caring and inclusive primary school where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate teaching assistant to support our children who may need extra help with their emotional, social, and learning development. 

About the Role 

As a Nurture Teaching Assistant, from 1145am -315pm each day, you will: 

• Support small groups of children in a calm, structured, and caring environment 

• Help pupils build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships 

• Work closely with the Inclusion Lead, Leadership Team, and class teachers to deliver targeted activities to support social communication and self-regulation 

• Promote social skills, emotional wellbeing, and readiness to learn 

• Create a welcoming space where every child feels safe, understood, and valued 

• Support children at a lunchtime club in our Hub 

About You 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Has experience working with children in a primary school or similar setting 

• Understands social, emotional, and behavioural needs  

• Understands the importance of building positive and caring relationships 

• Is patient, empathetic, and passionate about helping children thrive 

• Works well as part of a team and uses initiative 

• Has excellent communication and organisational skills 

Experience with nurture principles, Boxall Profile, emotion coaching, or SEND support would be an advantage, but training can be provided for the right candidate. 

We Offer 

• A supportive and friendly school community 

• Ongoing professional development 

• The opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives 

If you are caring, creative, and committed to helping children achieve their best, we’d love to hear from you. 

Information about the school

Swalecliffe is a large, friendly school with 500 pupils. We have a fantastic location by the sea and a terrific school site. Our ethos is Child first: Pupil second; with a warm, supportive atmosphere where we all work together to ensure every child achieves their full potential. We always look for staff who will bring their passion for learning, flexibility and humour to join our dynamic and extremely hardworking team. We look forward to hearing from you. Please call us if you have any questions.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Ben Cooper
• Address:Bridgefield Road, Swalecliffe, Kent, CT5 2PH
• Telephone: 01227 272101
• Email: office@swalecliffe.kent.sch.uk