Referral programme, Employee discount, Sick pay, Company pension, Health & wellbeing programme, Cycle to work scheme, Enhanced maternity leave, On-site parking

Part-time, Permanent

Gravesend DA13 0AH

Full job description

Meopham School
£24,507 – £25,535 FTE – SAT B
£12,875 – £13,415 + SEN Allowance Pro Rata
22.5 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 SDD (39 weeks)
Start Date – 2nd February 2026
Interview Date – w/c 5th January 2026

We are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant to work in the Windmill Specialist Resource Provision at Meopham School.

The Windmill is a specialist provision which supports students with an EHCP and who have autism as their primary area of need.

As a Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for supporting Windmill students both inside and outside of the classroom, to support their progress and meet their potential. You will work closely with the Head of the Windmill, the Windmill team and class teachers on a daily basis.

Good levels of literacy and numeracy, willingness to learn and work as part of a team to support our students are essential. Experience of working with students with autism and associated diagnosis is desirable, but not essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
Access to training and development
On-site Parking
Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Jennifer Trueman, Assistant Headteacher, at Jennifer.trueman@swale.at or 01474 814646.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach/ TESor by submitting a SAT Application Form to Jennifer.trueman@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contactrecruitment@swale.at.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,507.00-£25,535.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits: