Intervention Assistant
| Posting date: | 20 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | NJC 14-17 (£29,432 to £29,854) pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 19 April 2026 |
| Location: | Sidcup, DA14 5AA |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3374 |
Summary
Job Advert
Kemnal Technology College is seeking a motivated, empathetic and reliable individual to join our SEN team as an Intervention
Assistant. If you possess a natural ability to connect with young people and a desire to help them succeed, this role offers the
perfect starting point for an experienced Intervention Assistant or someone wishing to begin their career in education. Your
character and ability to foster growth will be vital to the classroom, empowering students to overcome challenges and gain the
confidence to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Working alongside teachers to provide direct assistance during lessons, ensuring students stay engaged and on track.
* Assisting targeted small groups of students in focused sessions to reinforce key concepts and bridge gaps in understanding.
* Establishing professional, trusting relationships to help students feel supported and inspired in their learning.
* Maintaining a patient, resilient and steady approach within the classroom and school.
We believe that the right attitude is the best foundation and if you feel you have the above qualities, then we would welcome your
application as full training and ongoing support will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for career changers, recent
graduates, or anyone looking to transition into a school setting.
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.
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.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual
experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications
from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
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.
Kemnal Technology College is seeking a motivated, empathetic and reliable individual to join our SEN team as an Intervention
Assistant. If you possess a natural ability to connect with young people and a desire to help them succeed, this role offers the
perfect starting point for an experienced Intervention Assistant or someone wishing to begin their career in education. Your
character and ability to foster growth will be vital to the classroom, empowering students to overcome challenges and gain the
confidence to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Working alongside teachers to provide direct assistance during lessons, ensuring students stay engaged and on track.
* Assisting targeted small groups of students in focused sessions to reinforce key concepts and bridge gaps in understanding.
* Establishing professional, trusting relationships to help students feel supported and inspired in their learning.
* Maintaining a patient, resilient and steady approach within the classroom and school.
We believe that the right attitude is the best foundation and if you feel you have the above qualities, then we would welcome your
application as full training and ongoing support will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for career changers, recent
graduates, or anyone looking to transition into a school setting.
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.
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.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual
experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications
from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
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.
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