Teaching Assistant - Full-time/Part-time

Thinking Schools Academy Trust

• Ref:KCC-F40-221-S
• Posted:17/08/2026
• Pay:Support Staff Pay Group 3 - £20,366 - £23,635 for
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:27/08/2026 at 11:00
• Interviews:TBC

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All Faiths Children’s Academy are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their team supporting class teachers in the teaching and welfare of pupils, promoting positive behaviour patterns, raising self-esteem and improving independent working in pupils to assist in their education and growth.  The successful candidate will assist the teacher with observation and monitoring of the progress of pupils, maintaining accurate records of interventions, together with detailing their progress and achievement.  They will also, under the direction of the teacher, prepare differentiated work and materials for pupils’ use, display work and resources. 

There may be a requirement to work with pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans or additional educational needs throughout the Key Stages.   There may also be a requirement to administer First Aid, subject to appropriate training.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored support to pupils under the direction of the Classroom Teacher
• Coach and support pupils' learning by supervising and assisting them in 1:1 sessions and small groups
• Help pupils engage across a variety of learning activities and interventions
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure pupils have access to the resources they need to succeed
• Support children with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our vibrant and friendly school, and benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues, then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Visits to our schools are encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact Lenna Wells (Lenna.Wells@allfaiths.tsat.uk)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk 

Information about the trust

At All Faiths, we want to transform the life chances of every child who walks through our door by providing a cognitive approach to education which promotes aspiration and fosters a love of learning within a safe, purposeful and nurturing environment. We hold high aspirations and standards for all members of our school community and work in partnership with all stakeholders for the benefit all of our children.

“Pupils take responsibility for creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels accepted. Parents and carers report that the school helps their children become confident and resilient while fostering a love of learning.”

Ofsted 2025 (Judgement: Good)

Job Contact Information

• Name:Simon Arnold
• Address:The Thinking Schools Academy Trust,
  Park Crescent,
  Chatham,
  Kent,
  ME4 6NR
• Telephone: 03333 602050
• Email: recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

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