SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-time

Laddingford CEP School, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-3091-145S
• Posted:29/01/2026
• Pay:KSA / KSB dependent upon experience
• Start Date:Term 4 - exact start date can be discussed
• App Close Date:09/02/2026 at 10:00
• Interviews:Wednesday 11th February 2026

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Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? Do you have experience supporting children with additional needs? We are looking for a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our small, friendly primary school.

About the Role:
You will work closely with a small group of children diagnosed with a range of special educational needs, supporting their individual learning plans and helping them thrive in a nurturing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to have a positive impact and gain valuable experience in special educational needs. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Compassionate and patient attitude
• Experience working with children with ASD/ADHD (desirable)
• Experience working with children with Speech and Language difficulties (desirable)
• Knowledge of SEN strategies (desirable)
• Team player with excellent communication skills
• Enthusiastic about inclusive education

We Offer:

• Supportive and welcoming team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A rewarding role helping children reach their full potential

Laddingford St Mary's Primary School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. 

Information about the school

Located on the picturesque rural outskirts of Maidstone, Laddingford St Mary’s is a smaller-than-average primary school easily accessible from Barming, Marden, Paddock Wood, and Tonbridge.

Inspired by the parable of The Lost Sheep, we ensure that every child is valued and supported—our vision of welcoming everyone, building strong foundations, and leaving no one behind guides every decision we make.

At Laddingford, we cultivate a happy and vibrant learning environment where both children and staff are excited to grow and explore. Our goal is for students to leave us equipped not just with knowledge, but with essential skills for lifelong learning, such as inquisitiveness, independence, and a positive mindset. As a result, our pupils are enthusiastic, hardworking, focused, and confident learners.

We are dedicated to achieving academic excellence for all while nurturing the unique talents that make each child special.

Though we are a small school, our numbers are steadily increasing. With the recent opening of our bespoke Early Years provision in February 2024, we can accommodate over 100 children, including our nursery. This creates a close-knit community where everyone feels like family—children enjoy whole-school trips and happily interact across year groups during playtime and lunch.

We also take great pride in our unique off-site Forest School provision. Our recent SIAMS inspection highlighted that “Forest School provides a rich and unique experience, helping pupils develop self-worth, perseverance, teamwork, and confidence."

This is an exciting time to join our wonderful little school. We are in a unique position of developing and shaping a bright future for our school, where every child is encouraged to explore, discover and excel. We are also very proud to be one of 750 schools in the country that is running the DfE Early Adopter Free Breakfast Club Scheme.

Laddingford St Mary truly is a special place, filled with warmth and positivity that can best be experienced firsthand. If you’re interested in what we offer and believe we could be the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!

As a school, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff are subject to DBS checks.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lucy Clark
• Address:Darman Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME18 6BL
• Telephone: (01622) 871270
• Email: admin@laddingford.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01622 871270)

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• Job Description and Personal Specification