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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 12 December 2025
Salary: £13.69 to £14.69 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 January 2026
Location: Canterbury, Southern, ct1
Company: Rikama Education
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 58709296

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Summary

Teaching Assistant Specialist School, Canterbury
Start Date: ASAP | Term Time: 8:30am 3:30pm

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Rikama Education is partnering with a specialist school in Canterbury, supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with PMLD and SLD, to recruit a Teaching Assistant.

Role Overview:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students with a variety of learning needs, helping them access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant, inclusive school environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children, ideally in a school or educational setting

A patient, nurturing, and positive attitude

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development

Experience supporting children with additional needs

What We Offer:

A friendly and collaborative team environment

Ongoing support and professional development opportunities

A rewarding role where every day brings new challenges and achievements

Dedicated consultant support, training, and a long-term contract with potential to go permanent

Excellent rates of pay

How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your education career and want to be part of a school that values its staff and students, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact:
Rikama Education
020 3800 1029
Taariqkanani@rikameducation.com

Know someone who might be interested? Rikama Education also runs a referral incentive scheme for successful placements.

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