SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools in Gillingham
Location: Gillingham, Kent
Salary: £97.68 – £188.34 per day (depending on role and experience)
Contract Types: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, Permanent, Fixed-Term Contract (12 months+)
Start Dates: Immediate start or September 2025
Join Gillingham’s Primary Schools as a SEND Teaching Assistant
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to reach their full potential?
R&A Education Solutions is looking for SEND Teaching Assistants to work across welcoming and inclusive primary schools in Gillingham, Kent.
Whether you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant or looking to start your career in education support, we have opportunities to suit your skills, availability, and career goals.

Why Work as a SEND Teaching Assistant in Gillingham with R&A Education Solutions?

• Local Opportunities – Work in Gillingham’s supportive and inclusive primary schools.
• Flexible Roles – Choose from full-time, part-time, long-term, or day-to-day supply.
• Career Development – Access SEND-focused training, mentoring, and career progression.
• Rewarding Impact – Help children with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and other learning difficulties thrive academically and socially.
• Competitive Pay – Daily rates from £97.68 to £188.34, depending on placement and experience.

Key Responsibilities of a SEND Teaching Assistant

• Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions for pupils with SEND (autism, ADHD, sensory needs, learning difficulties).
• Work alongside class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to deliver personalised learning and EHC plans.
• Adapt learning materials and activities to create an inclusive classroom.
• Support pupils’ emotional well-being and positive behaviour with tailored strategies.
• Take part in wider school life, enrichment activities, and staff collaboration.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant SEND training (desirable, not essential).
• Experience: Previous work as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), SEN Teaching Assistant, or in a childcare/education support role is highly valued.
• Skills: Strong communication, empathy, patience, and adaptability.
• Knowledge: Understanding of strategies such as PECS, Makaton, sensory support, or behaviour management is beneficial.
• Attributes: A positive, proactive, and passionate approach to inclusive education.

Why Gillingham?

Working in Gillingham primary schools offers:

• Access to purpose-built classrooms and SEND resources.
• Supportive leadership teams and experienced SENCOs.
• A vibrant and rewarding community with diverse pupils.

How to Apply
If you are ready to make a real difference as a SEND Teaching Assistant in Gillingham, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now by sending your CV and short cover letter.
For more information, contact: tommy@raeducationsolutions.co.uk
Visit: www.raeducationsolutions.co.uk

• Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions for pupils with SEND (autism, ADHD, sensory needs, learning difficulties).
• Work alongside class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to deliver personalised learning and EHC plans.
• Adapt learning materials and activities to create an inclusive classroom.
• Support pupils’ emotional well-being and positive behaviour with tailored strategies.
• Take part in wider school life, enrichment activities, and staff collaboration