SEN Teaching Assistant (Fixed term contract until 31/08/2026)
| Posting date: | 25 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Scale point 6 £25,989.00 plus Crawley Fringe allowance (estimated actual £19,047.29 plus Crawley allowance) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 March 2026 |
| Location: | Crawley |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 3309 |
Summary
Job Advert
(Y)Our Opportunity
We are looking for a dedicated and inclusive SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and collaborative team.
Fixed Term Contract end date 31st August 2026
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have a
patient, compassionate nature and a genuine interest in supporting their learning and development?
You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small
groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching
strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.
This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference.
It’s not necessarily your experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment
to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a
great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.
The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant will be someone who is:
* A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
* Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
* Consistent in a calm and fair approach
* Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
* Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential
As SEN Teaching Assistant we know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is
a priority for us. We can offer you:
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Excellent ongoing CPD
* Progression: If career development is your thing, we offer opportunities into teaching through our TKAT SCITT programme
[https://scitt.tkat.org/]
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About Hilltop Primary School
We are really proud of our school and its pupils. At Hilltop we provide the stepping stones for our children to have successful
futures. We aim to develop in every child the behaviours to become lifelong learners, opening their eyes to possibilities,
developing ambition and aspiration. Our curriculum is broad, exciting and enjoyable so that children can build positive memories
of their primary years and grow as confident, considerate and resilient young people. Our core values of 'Being Kind, Being
Collaborative, Being Inquisitive, Being Independent, Being Aspirational, Being Determined' underpin all that we do.
We value every child and their family and believe that children learn best when parents and school work in partnership. To find
out more visit our website here [https://www.hilltop-tkat.org/].
To discover what makes Hilltop Primary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01293 534
314 or email office@hilltop-tkat.org [office@hilltop-tkat.org]
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and
Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
(Y)Our Opportunity
We are looking for a dedicated and inclusive SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and collaborative team.
Fixed Term Contract end date 31st August 2026
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have a
patient, compassionate nature and a genuine interest in supporting their learning and development?
You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small
groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching
strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.
This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference.
It’s not necessarily your experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment
to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a
great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.
The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant will be someone who is:
* A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
* Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
* Consistent in a calm and fair approach
* Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
* Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential
As SEN Teaching Assistant we know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is
a priority for us. We can offer you:
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Excellent ongoing CPD
* Progression: If career development is your thing, we offer opportunities into teaching through our TKAT SCITT programme
[https://scitt.tkat.org/]
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About Hilltop Primary School
We are really proud of our school and its pupils. At Hilltop we provide the stepping stones for our children to have successful
futures. We aim to develop in every child the behaviours to become lifelong learners, opening their eyes to possibilities,
developing ambition and aspiration. Our curriculum is broad, exciting and enjoyable so that children can build positive memories
of their primary years and grow as confident, considerate and resilient young people. Our core values of 'Being Kind, Being
Collaborative, Being Inquisitive, Being Independent, Being Aspirational, Being Determined' underpin all that we do.
We value every child and their family and believe that children learn best when parents and school work in partnership. To find
out more visit our website here [https://www.hilltop-tkat.org/].
To discover what makes Hilltop Primary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01293 534
314 or email office@hilltop-tkat.org [office@hilltop-tkat.org]
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and
Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
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