Teaching Assistant Full Time Placement NEW

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant 

Full-time

Primary School

Chislehurst

Start: September 2025

We are currently seeking a SEND teaching assistant to join a welcoming and well-supported primary school in Chislehurst on a full-time basis from September.

The Role

This is a full-time position supporting a young child with significant behavioural and learning needs.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored support both in and out of the classroom. The role involves managing challenging behaviour, helping to de-escalate situations when necessary, and offering consistent emotional and academic support.

While a Teaching Assistant qualification is not essential, prior experience of childcare and educational support is highly desirable. In return, the school offers ongoing training, coaching, and professional development to help you grow in the role.

The School

This well-regarded primary school in Chislehurst offers a supportive and inclusive environment with a strong emphasis on respect, creativity, and high standards. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, the school is known for its nurturing ethos, excellent behaviour, and above-average academic outcomes. With a forward-thinking leadership team and ongoing training and professional development Is available for all staff.  The school is easily accessible by car and public transport.

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV outlining your skills and experience.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.