Teaching Assistant – Year 2 (SEND Support) – Tunbridge Wells – Immediate Interviews

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in a supportive primary school environment? Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive both academically and socially?

A welcoming and well-regarded primary school in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a full-time, permanent Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 class, with a particular focus on pupils with SEND and EHCP needs. The school is looking to interview ASAP for an immediate or upcoming start.

About the Role

You will be working closely within a smaller-than-average Year 2 class, supporting children with a range of additional needs, including:

• Non-verbal communication
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• A pupil with hearing impairment (deaf)

Experience with BSL (British Sign Language) or Makaton would be highly beneficial, but is not essential – the school is happy to support training and development in these areas.

This is a highly rewarding role where you will play a key part in helping pupils access learning, develop communication skills and build confidence in a nurturing classroom environment.

About the School

This is a friendly, inclusive and well-supported primary school with a strong community feel. The school benefits from:

• Small class sizes, allowing for more personalised support
• A calm, positive learning environment with well-behaved and engaged pupils
• A leadership team that is approachable, supportive and invested in staff development
• Strong links with a network of local primary schools, offering collaboration and shared expertise

Staff are valued and supported, creating a positive working environment where both pupils and adults can thrive.

Location

Situated in the beautiful area of Tunbridge Wells, this role is ideal for:

• Candidates looking to relocate to a well-connected and desirable location
• Local candidates who drive or can easily commute to the school

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, LSA, or working with children with SEND
  OR
• A graduate with a degree in Psychology, Education Studies, EYFS or a related field
• A strong academic graduate who is considering training to become a teacher in the near future

You will also:

• Be patient, empathetic and committed to supporting children with additional needs
• Have strong communication skills and a proactive approach
• Be eager to learn and develop new strategies to support pupils effectively
• Work well as part of a team

What the School Offers

• A full-time, permanent position (term-time only)
• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Opportunities for training and professional development (including SEND-specific support)
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact every day
• Excellent experience for those looking to progress into teacher training in the future

Apply Now

If you are looking to join a fantastic primary school and make a real difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

Please forward your updated CV to Natasja at KPI Education today to be considered for this exciting Teaching Assistant opportunity.

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