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SEN Teaching Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Pilgrims' Way Primary School , Canterbury

  • Ref:KCC886-2098-321S
  • Posted:10/07/2026
  • Pay:KSE
  • Start Date:September 1st 2026
  • App Close Date:17/07/2026 at 14:00
  • Interviews:21st July 2026 - morning

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Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant – The Meadow Inclusion Base

The post is for 30 hours per week (8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday) term time only. 1yr contract intially.

Pay details: KSE £29,167

Pro rata based on working 30 hours per week 38 weeks per year £20,084.96 

We are seeking a dedicated, skilled and compassionate Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to join The Meadow Inclusion Base, our specialist provision supporting pupils with Complex Communication & Interaction (C&I) and Cognition & Learning (C&L) needs.

The successful candidate need not have previous primary school experience. Experience working in a Portage role or EYFS SEN pre-school role would be ideal. 

At our school, inclusion is not a compromise – it is a commitment to excellence for every learner. The Meadow provides a nurturing, structured and ambitious environment where pupils are supported to develop academically, socially and emotionally, enabling them to access learning and participate fully in school life.

The Role

As a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SEND professionals and families to support pupils with complex needs. You will play a key role in delivering personalised learning, promoting independence and ensuring every child feels valued, understood and successful.

You will:

    • Provide high-quality support for pupils with complex Communication & Interaction and Cognition & Learning needs.
    • Deliver targeted interventions and personalised learning programmes.
    • Support pupils’ communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
    • Adapt resources and strategies to meet individual needs.
    • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families and external agencies.
  • Contribute to a positive, inclusive and aspirational learning environment.
  • Support care needs of the children.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has experience of working with children with SEND, particularly Communication & Interaction and Cognition & Learning needs.
  • Is patient, empathetic and resilient.
  • Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Can use initiative and respond flexibly to pupils’ needs.
  • Is committed to inclusive education and high expectations for all learners.
  • Works effectively as part of a collaborative team.
  • Brings enthusiasm, warmth and a genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential.

We Offer

  • The opportunity to work within a highly valued and developing Inclusion Base.
  • A supportive and experienced inclusion team.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • A school culture that places inclusion, wellbeing and achievement at its heart.
  • The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and their families.

If you share our vision and believe that every child deserves exceptional support, encouragement and opportunities to succeed, we would love to hear from you.

Information about the school

Our school has been part of the Veritas Multi Academy Trust since May 2018.

At Pilgrims’ Way Primary School, we strive to create a nurturing and inclusive community where every child feels they Belong, is encouraged to Believe in themselves and others, and is inspired to Achieve their full potential. Through high expectations, compassion and a love of learning, we empower our children to grow with confidence, curiosity and resilience preparing them to thrive both now and in the future. Belong, Believe and Achieve are not separate ideas; they are deeply connected and together create the foundations for children to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Belong Believe Achieve That is the Pilgrims' Way

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.