Teaching Assistant
Ripplevale School - Rochester
Rochester
- £17,778 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- FTE £22,222 (Actual Salary £17,778)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 March 2026
- Apply by:
- 26 February 2026
Job overview
Teaching Assistant - Rochester - FTE £22,222 (Actual Salary £17,778)
Hours: Full time, permanent, term time only. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8.30am to 4.00pm Tuesday 8.30am to 5.00pm. Friday 8.30am to 1.30pm
Start date: As soon as possible
Your new school
Ripplevale School and College, is a thriving independent special school, for 170 students aged 6 to 25 years old, located in the historic town of Rochester. As part of the Ripplevale family of schools, we provide a holistic, child centred approach to meeting the needs of our students, most of whom have an Education and Health Care Plan. Identified needs may include Autism Spectrum Disorder, dyslexia, speech, language and communication difficulties, DCD, sensory, and high levels of anxiety.
Your new role
Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in students' lives? We are on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant school community. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong personality and a robust work ethic to work closely with students on a 1-2-1 basis and provide invaluable support to our class teachers.
Ripplevale provides a holistic child centred approach to education underpinned by our team of 91 Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Administrators and Therapists, all working in a caring and nurturing environment, with a common belief that all students have the opportunity to make progress and experience success everyday, in a safe, caring, nurturing and secure environment.
Our site boasts well-resourced classrooms, small class sizes, music and drama facilities, Science labs, Therapy rooms, amazing vocational teaching areas such as our hair and beauty studios, a coffee shop, catering kitchens, as well as numerous areas for children to have fun and enjoy social times. Staff are both welcoming and friendly at this independent school and there is a collaborative approach where resources and best practices are shared.
What we're looking for
A strong, confident individual with excellent communication skills.
A proactive and dedicated work ethic.
Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.
A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their educational development.
If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career and make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you!
For more information and to apply, please contact Brett Coventry on 020 3818 7040 or email brett.coventry@hays.com
Early Application Encouraged: Due to the high volume of interest in this position, we may close the vacancy before the stated deadline. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend applying as soon as possible.
Safeguarding recruitment statement
Ripplevale School Rochester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Ripplevale School Rochester is required to conduct online searches about you as part of their shortlisting process in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
About Ripplevale School - Rochester
Ripplevale School and College, Rochester is an independent day school specialises in the teaching of dyslexic, dyspraxic and language-impaired children aged 6 to 16 years old.
Set in Georgian town houses near the historic heart of Rochester, Kent, Ripplevale School was established in 1998. The school aims to combine a positive, supportive environment with an educational curriculum which has been specifically designed for children with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Specific Learning and Language Difficulties.
Our school also specialises in:
- Integrated, whole-school approach to learning
- Multi-sensory, structured and cumulative methods of teaching
- Flexible approach meets children’s needs, at their own pace
- Positive and thriving atmosphere
- Calm and supportive environment
- Small class sizes ensures each child receives the teacher’s attention
- Track-record of success 6 to 16 years
- Nationally recognised, vocational qualifications offered at an appropriate level
- Registered by the DfES as an ‘Approved’ school for Dyslexia
- Registered by CReSTeD as an ‘sp’ provider
The school’s approach to learning is also appropriate for children such as those with Asperger’s Syndrome, who might benefit from the small classes and calm, structured and supportive atmosphere. The objective is to break the cycle of failure and frustration so often encountered and to help our pupils acquire essential skills and knowledge, confidence and self-esteem. For simplicity, we use the term ‘Dyslexia’ or ‘Specific Learning Difficulties’ (SpLD) throughout the web site.
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