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SEND Teaching Assistant

River Mill Primary School · Dartford · Kent

Job description

Working in our welcoming school, you will play a key role in ensuring our SEND pupils have a safe, inclusive and enjoyable experience. If you have experience working with children, a positive attitude, and a commitment to supporting every child to thrive, we would love to hear from you!The successful candidate will:
  • Have experience of working with children across the primary phase including those with additional needs.
  • Be fully committed to the role of working with a child with additional needs on a one-to-one basis.
  • Have the skills to support the learning, social interaction and welfare of individual pupils with a range of needs.
  • Support the class teacher to provide the best opportunities and outcomes for the child
  • Be motivated, flexible and understanding
  • Have a willingness and enthusiasm to develop new skills

About the Trust

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is an inclusive and values‑driven Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for every child, every day. Each of our schools is unique, bringing its own strengths and expertise to benefit the wider learning community, and we actively promote individuality within a culture of intentional collaboration.

Our work is underpinned by a strong moral purpose and our shared values of being respectful, resilient, and resourceful. We are passionate about diversity and recognise that everyone brings something unique to their role, regardless of any protected characteristics. We are committed to equality, fairness, and non‑discrimination across all recruitment and employment practices.

Safeguarding and Employment Checks

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, along with other relevant pre‑employment checks, including an online search. References will be requested prior to interview for shortlisted candidates where possible and permitted.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should sufficient applications be received; early applications are therefore encouraged.

What we can offer you

We recognise the importance of professional recognition, job satisfaction, and work-life balance, and we offer:

  • Genuine investment in professional development and future career progression
  • Opportunities to contribute to Trust‑wide initiatives within a forward‑thinking organisation
  • Peer‑to‑peer networking, collaboration, and challenge in a supportive environment
  • Supportive and engaged Governors, Trustees, and a professional Central Team
  • Engaged parents and proactive PTAs
  • A comprehensive staff reward and wellbeing package

We are a passionate and committed team, united by a shared vision and determination to do what’s right for children. If you share our values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Together, we can shape a future where every child thrives.

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About this school

River Mill Primary School

Free schools · Primary · Ages 3–11

Good
Pupils
358
Avg teacher salary
£50,497
Pupil:teacher ratio
25.2:1
Academy trust
MOSAIC SCHOOLS LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Dartford, Kent, DA1 5XR

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Salary
£25,252.00 - £26,262.00 Annually (FTE) Kent Scheme Pay Scale KSC
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
20 May 2026
Closing date
2 August 2026

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