Teaching Assistant

Ashford, Kent, South East, England

4th September 2025

£13.68 - £14 per hour

Long Term Supply

Job Description

Rikama Education are working with a SEN school in Ashford, who are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to as soon as possible.

The school caters for the educational and emotional needs of primary and secondary aged students who have a diagnosis of Autism and/or other developmental and psychological needs.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities include:

  • To provide a safe, supportive and nurturing classroom environment.
  • To liaise with the lead teacher in preparing the classroom.
  • Support children with special educational needs and diverse learning styles.
  • Track and monitor student progression.
  • Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures.

It is essential that you are self-motivated, proactive and have a passion for supporting those with additional needs.
The role is demanding and challenging but very rewarding.

Benefits of working with Rikama Education include:

  • Free Parking.
  • Approved and accredited courses from CPD and IIRSM.
  • Competitive salary with benefits, including pension scheme.
  • Retail offers, high street discounts and vouchers.
  • Wellbeing Hub where we offer resources for services and products for your care needs.
  • A supportive and dedicated consultant on hand to answer any queries or concerns.

E: Aprilhenry@rikama-education.com
T: 0203 800 1025

In the first instance please apply with an updated CV to the email posted with the advert.
If you are happy in your current post; however, you have a colleague or friend that may be interested in this post, please pass on our email and number.

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