1:1 SEN/Teaching Assistant (Maternity cover)

Overview

Are you enthusiastic and passionate about working with children?
Do you want to make a difference to children's lives and learning?
Do you want to work as part of a great team to ensure all children achieve their potential in a happy and safe environment?
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to support children 1:1 and in small groups, who is passionate about children's educational and social development.
30 hours per week (M-F, 8.45am - 3.15pm, including a 30min unpaid lunch), term time only, temporary with a review by the 31st August 2026.
Please note, this contract is temporary as it is a maternity cover.
 You will join our happy, friendly team with supportive colleagues. As our school is always interested in continued professional development, you will have opportunities to work closely with our SENCo and colleagues across our trust.

Salary & Benefits

Kent Scheme B - FTE £25,126 per annum, pro rated to £17,302 per annum.

Location

St Gregory's Primary, Margate
Nash Road
Margate
Kent
CT9 4BU

Job Description & Role Information

• Job Description and Role Information 

Deadline and how to apply

Please apply by midday on 26th January 2026 via Kent Teach.

Equal opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our Trust is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment where all individuals are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We actively promote equality across all areas of employment and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of our staff—including a strong focus on mental health, family-friendly policies, and inclusive practices that reflect the richness of our school communities.

Together, we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the children and families we serve.

Job reference: SENTASGM01