1:1 Teaching Assistant (Medical & Personal Care Needs) Fixed Term - Term Time

Archbishop Courtenay Primary School, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-2027-151S
• Posted:25/02/2026
• Pay:£24796 FTE (approx £17706 per annum)
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:06/03/2026 at 14:00
• Interviews:TBC

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We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child with medical and personal care needs.
This is a rewarding role where you will make a meaningful difference to a pupil’s daily school experience, learning, and well‑being.

The role is 31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am-3:15pm, term time only (38 weeks).

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to ensure the pupil can access a full, rich, and inclusive curriculum.

About the Role

You will:

• Provide tailored learning support in line with the pupil’s EHCP
• Assist with medical routines and daily care tasks (training provided)
• Support the child with mobility, hygiene and toileting needs
• Promote independence, engagement and emotional well‑being
• Adapt activities and materials to ensure full access to learning
• Build positive relationships with the pupil, staff and families
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to review meetings

We Are Looking For

• A caring, patient and reliable approach
• Experience working with children or young people
• Willingness to undertake medical, personal care and moving & handling training
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
• Knowledge of SEND strategies and EHCPs
• Relevant TA or care qualifications

What We Offer

• Full training for all medical and personal care tasks
• Supportive staff team and leadership
• Opportunities for professional development
• A warm, inclusive school environment

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

All applications to be made via Kent-Teach

Information about the school

Archbishop Courtenay Church of England Primary School is an expanding 1.5 form entry school and a member of Aquila, The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust (www.aquilatrust.co.uk).

We work closely with our community, especially All Saints' Church, and have a PTFA which helps organise many events. PE and music specialists provide additional curriculum enrichment. All early years classrooms have their own, purpose-built outside learning environment. Our Pastoral & Wellbeing Manager offers highly effective support to our pupils and their families.

Archbishop Courtenay Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service along with other relevant employment checks, online recruitment checks and overseas criminal background checks, where applicable. All new trustees, employees and volunteers will be required to undertake safeguarding training on induction which will be regularly updated in line with statutory guidance.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Sue Heather
• Address:Eccleston Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6QN
• Telephone: 01622 754666
• Email: headteacher@abc.aquilatrust.co.uk

Fax: 01622 355174

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description and Person Specification