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SEND Teaching Assistant
Haven Nook School, Canterbury
£23,000 FTE | Permanent | 39 weeks + 5 INSET days
Monday–Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Start Date: ASAP
About Us
At Haven Nook School, we do more than teach – we transform lives. We’re here to ignite a passion for life and learning in children and young people with neuro-diverse, social, emotional, and mental health needs.
Our vision is bold: to create a safe, inclusive, and aspirational environment where every learner can flourish. Guided by our values – Compassion, Aspiration, Inspiration, Nurture, and Trust – we are brave in our approach, creative in our practice, and impactful in everything we do.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in shaping brighter futures. Working closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals, you’ll provide personalised learning and care support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
You’ll:
1. Build strong, positive relationships that boost self-esteem, independence, and inclusion.
2. Support learners with social, emotional, and mental health needs with empathy and resilience.
3. Assist in delivering engaging, creative lessons tailored to individual needs.
4. Promote positive behaviour and respond compassionately to challenges.
5. Help design and review learning and care plans, ensuring every student can achieve their EHCP goals.
6. Safeguard pupil wellbeing
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
7. Experienced in supporting young people with SEN and/or behavioural needs.
8. Resilient, adaptable, and proactive – with a real passion for helping learners thrive.
9. A great communicator who builds trust and respect with pupils, families, and colleagues.
10. Open to learning, reflecting, and developing through ongoing training and feedback.
11. Ready to embrace our aspirational and inspirational culture at Haven Nook – bringing the balance of care and ambition every day.
(An Enhanced DBS is required; Mental Health First Aid training or similar awareness is an advantage.)
Why Join Haven Nook?
Be part of a visionary and supportive team making real impact.
Enjoy tailored professional development and growth opportunities.
Work in a creative, collaborative environment where every day is different.
Experience the joy of seeing young people grow in confidence, resilience, and ability.
Every day at Haven Nook is a chance to inspire, nurture, and change lives. If you’re ready to make a difference – we’d love to hear from you.