Teaching Assistant and Front of House Administrator - Full-time/Part-time - Special Needs Position

Nexus Foundation Special School, Tonbridge

• Ref:KCC886-7051-659S
• Posted:09/06/2026
• Pay:Kent Scheme B
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:30/06/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:Shortly after the closing date

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Teaching Assistant & Front of House Administrator

Nexus School is a specialist provision dedicated to supporting children and young people with additional needs to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. We are seeking a warm, organised and adaptable individual to join our Wouldham satellite provision as a Teaching Assistant & Front of House Administrator.

This unique dual-role combines classroom support with front-of-house administration, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working with children while also being the welcoming face of the school.

About the Role

The successful candidate will spend part of the day working as a flexible Teaching Assistant, supporting learning across different classes and year groups, and part of the day undertaking reception and administrative duties.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning, wellbeing and engagement in the classroom.
• Work flexibly across classes, providing additional support where required.
• Assist teachers with learning activities and classroom organisation.
• Support individual pupils and small groups to achieve learning objectives.
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusive learning environments.
• Assist with educational visits, break-time supervision and school activities.
• Support pupils with additional needs in line with school policies and individual plans.

Front of House Administrator Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, carers and professionals.
• Manage reception duties and visitor safeguarding procedures.
• Answer telephone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Support attendance processes and pupil records.
• Assist with school communications, newsletters and correspondence.
• Maintain administrative systems and databases.
• Support the organisation of meetings, events and general school administration.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.
• Has experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Has administrative or customer service experience.
• Is organised, professional and able to manage competing priorities.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident using Microsoft Office and administrative systems.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Is flexible, reliable, approachable and committed to supporting young people.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience working on a school reception desk.
• Knowledge of SIMS, Arbor or Bromcom.
• First Aid qualification.

Why Join Nexus School?

At Nexus School, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We provide a nurturing and supportive environment where both pupils and staff are encouraged to develop, grow and succeed. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated team making a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

Safeguarding Statement

Nexus School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

In line with KCSIE 2025 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process Nexus reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates, and to share any pertinent information found concerning a candidate’s suitability to work with children with the Headteacher.

Information about the school

Nexus : the school where excellence meets opportunity.

Nexus is an ambitious school for children and young people aged 4-19 with profound, severe and complex needs, many of whom have a diagnosis of autism.

With currently 300+ pupils on roll, we continue to expand our provision and pupil numbers providing wonderful opportunities for our teaching and learning with a wide range of staff development routes.

Nexus invests in employing the best staff and in training them to achieve. We strive to engage staff who are self-motivated, professional and ambitious.

Nexus also has a small 40 student satellite provision in Wouldham

Job Contact Information

• Name:Nicki Riddle - Personnel
• Address:Upper Haysden Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 8AA
• Telephone: 01732 771384
• Email: personnel@nexusschool.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description for Teaching Assistant & Front of House Administrator
• Child Protection Policy
• KCSIE Part 1