SEN Specialist HLTA - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Wingham Primary School, Canterbury

• Ref:KCC886-2326-41S
• Posted:02/04/2026
• Pay:KRD
• Start Date:08/06/2026
• App Close Date:30/04/2026 at 16:00
• Interviews:07/05/2026

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Wingham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children. Online searches/checks are conducted on all applicants as part of our shortlisting and safeguarding process.

Wingham Primary School is looking for a passionate SEN specialist HLTA or similar to join our school community. “The school is recognised locally for the positive impact it has on its most vulnerable pupils” OFSTED January 26. You will possess excellent interpersonal skills and have a passion and genuine interest for working with children with SEND, as well as being patient and resilient. The role will be challenging but also incredibly rewarding. 

The role will involve leading an alternative provision classroom supporting a small group of children who have EHCPs (Autism).

We expect commitment to the school and our pupils’ learning and wellbeing. Possessing the motivation to develop and constantly improve is necessary as we work together, as a team. Further information about the responsibilities of the role can be found in the attached job description and person specification.

Ongoing development and professional learning will be provided based upon your own development needs and the requirements of the school to ensure that pupils are being supported by skilled and knowledgeable professionals. 

The successful candidates will be educated to at least GCSE grade C/4 in English and Maths or equivalent.

We are looking for a colleague who is:

• Experienced in working with children with autism, speech language and communication difficulties as well as sometimes distressed behaviour linked to their diagnosis or other SEM needs.
• Passionate about supporting pupils and staff wellbeing
• Team players with enthusiasm, energy and creativity
• Committed to supporting pupils and their individual needs
• Flexible and able to respond to the needs of the school and its community
• Emotionally intelligent, effective communicators and possess strong interpersonal skills to be able to relate well to pupils.

If you feel that you have the above qualities and experience, then we want to hear from you.

Candidate will only be considered for shortlisting if they have visited the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit with Ms Douglas Head of School.

Information about the school

Wingham is a one form entry semi-rural primary school.

Whilst we are proud of the academic successes of our children, we are committed to providing the widest range of opportunities for all our pupils in order that they can develop holistically. This is achieved through our creative approach to the curriculum and assessment.

Wingham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children. Online searches/checks are conducted on all applicants as part of our shortlisting and safeguarding process.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Emily Douglas
• Address:School Lane, Wingham, Canterbury, Kent, CT3 1BD
• Telephone: 01227-720277
• Email: office@winghamprimary.co.uk

Fax: 01227-720071

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description
• Person Specification