Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment

Posted a month ago, valid for 17 days

Dover, Kent CT15 5AA, England

Competitive

Part Time

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Teaching Assistants are wanted for SEN schools in Dover, Kent, with a full-time, term-time only contract starting in September 2025 or sooner.
The role involves supporting students aged 10-16 with special educational needs, including autism and emotional difficulties, in a nurturing environment.
Ideal candidates should have a passion for working with children, strong communication skills, and experience in an SEN or alternative provision setting is desirable but not essential.
The position offers competitive daily rates and ongoing professional development, with opportunities for long-term placements and potential permanent roles.
A Child-only DBS on the update service is required or the willingness to obtain one through Tradewind, with previous experience preferred but not mandatory.

Teaching Assistants Wanted - SEN Schools in Dover

Location: Dover, KentContract: Full-time | Term-Time OnlyStart Date: September 2025 (or sooner)

Are you ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with several specialist schools in the Dover area who are looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their teams. These schools support students aged 10-16 with a range of additional needs, including autism spectrum conditions (ASC), social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH), and moderate learning needs.

Many of the students have faced disruption in their education and benefit enormously from a calm, structured, and nurturing environment-something these schools work hard to provide every single day.

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting students with their learning, both in and out of the classroom
Helping to manage behaviour in a supportive and constructive way
Working one-to-one or in small groups to deliver personalised interventions
Promoting emotional well-being and social development
Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

A passion for working with children and young people with additional needs
Resilience, empathy and strong communication skills
Experience in an SEN, alternative provision or pastoral setting (desirable but not essential)
A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn
A Child-only DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one through Tradewind)

What We Offer:

Ongoing professional development and support
Competitive daily rates
Opportunities for long-term placements and potential permanent roles
A chance to truly impact the lives of young learners who need it most

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