Overview
Job Ref No. ECC8827001-139S | Position Type: Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range: LG 5 Point 8-12
Position Start Date: Immediate | Contract Type: Full-time | Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 30/09/2025 Midday | Date of Interviews: 6 October 2025
Kingsdown is a special school and is part of a Multi Academy Trust known as SEN Trust Southend. It is for pupils aged 3-14 years who have severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities and associated learning difficulties.
We are looking to appoint a Special Support Assistant to start as soon as possible. 31.05 hours per week [8.45am - 3.45pm], term time only (39 weeks per year plus 4.6 weeks annual paid leave plus 2 weeks statutory holidays). This post is fixed term for 1 year.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive and resilient colleague to join our happy team who is committed to educating our children to reach their full potential. In addition you must be willing to assist with all the pupils' personal care needs.
The ideal candidate will have Special Education experience, a minimum GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and preferably a qualification in Child Care.
Kingsdown School is committed to safer recruitment in order to safeguard and promote the welfare of our pupils, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include References, Health, Right to Work in UK and DBS check.
Interviews: 6th October 2025
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
Responsibilities
As a Special Support Assistant you will work with pupils who have severe learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities to support their learning and development. You should be prepared to assist with personal care needs as required and support the inclusive educational aims of the school.
Qualifications / Experience
* Special Education experience
* Minimum GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English
* Preferably a qualification in Child Care
Safeguarding
The role requires safeguarding duties in line with the school and trust policies. Applicants will undergo pre-employment checks including References, Health, Right to Work in the UK and DBS check.
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