Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Gravesend
£95-£120 per day | Flexible Temporary Positions | September 2026 Starts Available
CER Education are expanding our team of dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistants (SEN TAs) to support a range of partnership schools across the Gravesend area. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact supporting pupils with a wide variety of special educational needs, including PMLD, MLD, and complex learning difficulties .
Whether you’re an experienced SEN practitioner or an Early Career Teaching Assistant , we have a range of roles available – with full support to help you thrive in the classroom.
About the Role
As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will support students across the curriculum, working closely with teachers and SEN teams to deliver meaningful and personalised learning. You will have the opportunity to work in diverse settings, build new skills, and shape the educational experience of pupils who need your support the most.
Key Responsibilities
- Support classroom learning and adapt activities in line with pupils’ EHCPs
- Provide 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with a range of special needs
- Adapt quickly to different school environments with confidence and resilience
- Use a variety of communication methods, strategies, and resources to enhance engagement
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- Work collaboratively with SENCOs, teachers, and other support staff to share best practice
What We’re Looking For
Ideally, you will have:
- A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2/3 desirable)
- Experience supporting students with special educational needs
- Previous experience in a UK school (references required)
- Strong communication, patience, and relationship‑building skills
- A genuine commitment to helping pupils reach their full potential
Early Career Teaching Assistants are encouraged to apply – full guidance and induction support is available.
Benefits of Temporary Work
- Experience a wide choice of school settings to help find your ideal environment
- Opportunities matched to your strengths or subject specialism
- Regular and consistent work with competitive daily pay
- Flexibility to support better work‑life balance
- Freedom to take career breaks and return when ready
Why Join CER Education?
- Competitive daily pay aligned with experience and qualifications
- Fully funded CPD to support your professional development
- Access to a benefits package through our payroll partner
- Guaranteed pay schemes and consistent placements
- Networking opportunities with other SEN professionals
- £250 refer‑a‑friend bonus
- £300 sign‑on bonus if joining from another agency
- Expert consultants – many with school experience – offering ongoing support
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply by submitting your CV or contact one of our friendly CER branches for more information.
Safeguarding Statement
CER Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
CER is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional service for all. All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
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