1:1 Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term - Special Needs Position

The Malling School, East Malling

• Ref:KCC886-5425-610S
• Posted:02/03/2026
• Pay:Kent Scheme KSC + SEN Allowance
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:20/03/2026 at 15:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

Teaching Assistant (1:1)

KSC + SEN Allowance
Fixed Term – Linked to One Student
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8:30am–3:20pm, Term Time + 5 INSET (28.5 hrs per week)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a named student with an EHCP. This fixed-term role is linked to the student’s funding and will cease if funding is withdrawn or the student leaves the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support access to the curriculum under teacher direction

• Provide tailored academic support, including extended writing and typing assistance

• Assist with personal care and mobility where required

• Support physiotherapy/OT programmes as directed

• Promote emotional wellbeing and inclusion

• Assist with exam access arrangements (reader/scribe)

• Maintain accurate records of progress and interventions

• Provide wider TA support if the student is absent

Essential:

• GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

• Experience in an educational setting

• Knowledge of safeguarding and SEND

• Positive relationship-building skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Desirable:

• SEND qualification/experience

• Experience with exam access arrangements

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks apply.

Closing Date: 20th March
Interview Date: TBC
Apply via Kent Teach (applications must be completed in full).

Information about the school

A mixed 11-19 co-educational High School of 1,000 pupils serving the historic market town of West Malling and surrounding villages. The school is set in pleasant rural surroundings and has its own lake and extensive grounds.

West Malling is close to the county town of Maidstone and has excellent rail links to London and Ashford

This is an exciting time to be joining the staff of The Malling School.

We are dedicated to providing a holistic education, nurturing the complete student. Our strong culture, robust behaviour systems, and Ofsted-rated "Good with Outstanding Features" provides a solid foundation for our students success.

We provide a very supportive environment in which staff can further develop their skills and we ensure every new member of staff has access to a trained coach. With close teams of teachers and non-teachers working together we take a collaborative approach to school improvement and have a shared aim of providing the very best education for our pupils.

Visit our website at www.themallingschool.kent.sch.uk for further information

Job Contact Information

• Name:HR
• Address:The Malling School, Beech Road , East Malling, Kent, ME19 6DH
• Telephone: 01732 840995
• Email: hr@themallingschool.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• Applicant Pack
• Employment of Ex-Offenders policy