Full time

Teaching Assistant

Teach South

Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 2HR

£95 - £105 per day

Posted: 20 July 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 19 August 2026

Ref: 60452938

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About the Role

This full-time Teaching Assistant position in Tonbridge, offered by Teach South, begins this September. The role involves supporting children with complex additional learning needs within a specialist school environment. You will work closely with teachers to deliver tailored academic and emotional support, helping pupils develop both socially and academically. The daily salary ranges from £95 to £105 (PAYE). This position requires a dedicated individual who can provide consistent assistance throughout the school day. The school offers a purpose-built setting designed for individualised education. Key skills include patience, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to helping young people with learning needs achieve their potential.

SEN Teaching Assistant
Tonbridge, Kent
Full Time | September Start
£95 - £105 per day (PAYE)
Are you looking for a rewarding role where every day makes a difference?
Teach South Kent is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Tonbridge this September. This is a full-time opportunity supporting children and young people with a wide range of additional learning needs in a welcoming, purpose-built environment.
The school provides a highly individualised education for pupils with complex learning needs, helping them develop academically, socially and emotionally through tailored support and specialist teaching.
Your Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and the wider school team to provide consistent support throughout the school day. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils during lessons, therapy sessions and enrichment activities.
Providing individual and small group support to help pupils access learning.
Encouraging communication, confidence and independence.
Using positive behaviour support strategies to meet individual needs.
Assisting with personal care where required.
Helping create a calm, safe and engaging learning environment.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Has a caring, patient and positive approach.
Enjoys building meaningful relationships with children and young people.
Has experience working with children, young people or adults with additional needs (desirable but not essential).
Is reliable, flexible and works well as part of a team.
Is passionate about helping every pupil succeed.

This role would suit experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Care Workers, Youth Workers, Nursery Practitioners or graduates considering a future career in education, psychology or therapy.
What You'll Receive

£95-£105 per day, paid weekly via PAYE.
Full-time role with a September start.
Ongoing support from your dedicated Teach South Kent consultant.
Opportunities to develop your SEN knowledge and experience.
The chance to work in a friendly, supportive and highly rewarding school setting.
Potential for the role to become permanent.

Safeguarding
Teach South Kent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and the relevant pre-employment checks.
If you're ready to begin a rewarding career supporting pupils with special educational needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Teach South Kent and start making a positive impact this September.

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