Are you a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real impact beyond the mainstream classroom? Academics is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a specialist alternative provision in Maidstone, helping children with communication and interaction difficulties thrive.

This role is ideal for someone patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people who need a different approach to learning.

💼 The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

✔ Support pupils with communication and interaction needs, including autism and speech & language difficulties
✔ Work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored learning strategies
✔ Provide consistent emotional and behavioral support
✔ Help students develop social skills and confidence
✔ Encourage engagement through structured and creative activities

Every day as a SEN Teaching Assistant brings the opportunity to build trust, nurture progress, and celebrate small but meaningful achievements.

⭐ Why Join This Alternative Provision?

✨ Supportive and close-knit staff team
✨ Smaller class sizes for focused support
✨ Opportunity to build strong, meaningful relationships with pupils
✨ Ongoing guidance and support from Academics
✨ Rewarding work making a genuine difference

This SEN Teaching Assistant role offers a fulfilling pathway for those wanting to step into specialist education support.

✅ We're Looking For:

✔ Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs
✔ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
✔ Calm, patient and resilient nature
✔ Understanding of communication and interaction difficulties
✔ Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

If you are a nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant ready to support pupils who need a different approach, we want to hear from you