SEND Teaching Assistant

Overview

1:1 Teaching Assistant Isle of Sheppey

Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (Until July 2026)
Location: Isle of Sheppey, Kent

Are you a caring and committed Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEND)? Are you able to travel to the Isle of Sheppey and looking for a long-term opportunity in a supportive school?

Supply Desk are delighted to be working with one of our gorgeous two-form entry primary schools on the Isle of Sheppey
, who are seeking a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with SEND. This full-time
, long-term role begins ASAP (September 2025) and continues for the remainder of the academic year
.

About the Role:

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with SEND in a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborate closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored support
• Support the child s social, emotional, and academic development
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Help with personal care and emotional regulation where required
• Monitor and record progress in line with the pupil s support plan

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience supporting children with SEND
  , particularly on a 1:1 basis
• A warm, empathetic, and patient approach to working with children
• Relevant qualifications (e.g.,
  CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) desirable but not essential
• Confidence in managing behaviour and promoting positive relationships
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A valid enhanced DBS on the update service
  , or willingness to obtain one
• Own transport or reliable means of travel to the Isle of Sheppey

Why Join Supply Desk?

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant offering ongoing support
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities
• Refer a Friend bonus earn up to £150 collectively
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles in your local area

If you re a Teaching Assistant ready to make a lasting difference in a child s life and can confidently travel to the Isle of Sheppey
, we d love to hear from you!

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must hold or be willing to apply for an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards. As an REC Gold Standard accredited agency, we re proud to be in the top 10% of agencies in the UK
.