SEND Teaching Assistant - Term Time - Special Needs Position

Danecourt School, Gillingham

• Ref:KCC887-7031-204S
• Posted:07/04/2026
• Pay:Medway D2 ( Point 4 - 11) + SEN Allowance
• Start Date:TBC
• App Close Date:29/05/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Join Danecourt School as a Teaching Assistant!

Location: Danecourt School, with satellite provisions at Featherby Primary School (Gillingham) and Bligh Primary School (Strood)
Salary: Medway D2 ( Point 4 - 11) £16,758.35 - 19,060 (Actual) + SEN Allowance £1361 (Actual)
Contracted Hours: 28.75 hours per week (8:45 am – 3:15 pm), Monday to Friday 

Check out this video for more insight into the role as a TA at Danecourt or attend our next Open Day on 18th May 2026 - for more information email recruitment@matoffice.org

About the Role

At Danecourt School, every small step matters.

No two days are the same — but every day is rewarding. You’ll:

• Support children to access learning and develop independence
• Provide care, encouragement, and emotional support
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver creative, inclusive lessons
• Help children build confidence, communication skills, and resilience
• Celebrate every moment of progress — no matter how small
• While Danecourt will be your main school there is the potential you can work across our three school sites, experiencing a rich and varied learning environment

Who You Are

You don’t need years of SEND experience — what matters most is your heart, dedication, and willingness to learn.

You are someone who:

• Is passionate about helping children thrive
• Brings patience, positivity, and empathy to every situation
• Works well as part of a collaborative team
• Is calm, flexible, and committed to personal growth
• Has (or is keen to develop) knowledge of supporting pupils with autism or complex needs
• Holds GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths qualifications
• Ideally holds SEND support qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)

What We Offer

At Danecourt, part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we live by our STARS values: Self-Reliant, Team Player, Aspirational, Resilient, Successful.

We’re proud to offer:

• A welcoming, collaborative culture where every role matters
• A strong sense of purpose — your work directly impacts pupil progress, confidence, and wellbeing
• Weekly training and CPD to build skills and confidence
• Clear pathways for career progression: TA → HLTA → Teacher or specialist careers such as Speech & Language support
• Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme and school wellbeing leads
• Recognition of excellence: Medway Parents and Carers Forum SEND Award and Inclusion Quality Mark’s Inclusive School Award

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’d love to welcome you for a visit to see what makes Danecourt so special. Contact the school office on 01634 232589 to arrange a visit or for more information about the Open Day.

Apply now via My New Term — early applications are encouraged, and we may interview and appoint as applications are received.

Danecourt School and the Maritime Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We embrace diversity and equal opportunity, striving to build a team that reflects a range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become.  All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with the latest safeguarding guidance.

Information about the school

Danecourt School is part of the Maritime Academy Trust, an innovative partnership of schools in Greenwich, Bexley, Kent, and Medway. Across the Trust, we believe in transforming education through collaboration, creativity, and an entrepreneurial curriculum that equips children with essential life skills.

At Danecourt, we are proud to be a specialist primary school for pupils with a wide range of needs — including complex learning difficulties and autism. Every child here is valued, supported, and challenged to achieve their personal best.

Our mission is to help all pupils become “STARS” -

S - Self reliant T - Team Players A - Aspirational R - Resilient S - Successful

We achieve this through a personalised curriculum tailored to each child’s individual needs. Our highly trained and dedicated staff have the highest expectations for every pupil — celebrating difference, encouraging curiosity, and unlocking potential in every lesson.

Collaboration sits at the heart of all we do. We work closely with families, carers, and specialist agencies to ensure every child thrives academically, emotionally, and socially. Pupil progress and achievement are celebrated in meaningful ways that reflect the uniqueness of each learner.

If you’re interested in joining our community, we warmly welcome you to visit us — meet our pupils and staff, see our approach in action, and experience the truly special atmosphere that defines Danecourt School.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Maritime Academy Trust
• Address:50 John Harrison Way, Greenwich, London, SE10 0BG
• Telephone: 020 8858 0394
• Email: recruitment@maritimeacademytrust.org

Documents

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• Application Pack