Job Ref No. ECC8827001-136S
Position Type: Teaching/Child Support
Pay Range: LG 5 Point 8-12
Position Start Date: 01/09/2025
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 12/06/2025 Midday
Date of Interviews: 25 June 2025
Kingsdown is a special school and part of the SEN Trust Southend Multi Academy Trust. It caters to pupils aged 3-14 with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, and/or physical disabilities.
We are seeking to appoint a Special Support Assistant starting 1st September 2025.
Working hours are 31.05 per week [8.45am - 3.45pm], term time only (39 weeks per year plus 4.6 weeks paid leave and 2 weeks statutory holidays).
This is a fixed-term position for 1 year.
We seek an enthusiastic, positive, and resilient colleague committed to helping our children reach their full potential. The role includes assisting with all pupils' personal care needs.
The ideal candidate will have experience in Special Education, a minimum GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English, and preferably a qualification in Child Care.
Kingsdown School is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include references, health assessment, right to work in the UK, and DBS clearance.
Closing date: Midday 12th June 2025.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures to protect children and young people.
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Other Opportunities
* SEND Learning Support Assistant at Federation of Farnham and Rickling Primary Schools, Saffron Walden. Closing: 01/06/2025 Midnight.
* SEN Teaching Assistant at Rolph Church of England Primary School, Clacton-on-Sea. Closing: 01/06/2025 Midnight.
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