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Teaching Assistant - Full-time/Part-time

St James' CE (Aided) Primary School, Tunbridge Wells

  • Ref:KCC886-3322-71S
  • Posted:03/09/2025
  • Pay:KSA
  • Start Date:27th October, or earlier if possible
  • App Close Date:17/09/2025 at 13:00
  • Interviews:Wednesday 24th September

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St James' CE (Aided) Primary school require enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work at our happy and supportive school.  Previous experience working with children would be preferred.  The roles will involve supporting children in Early Years and Year 1 & Year 4 with specific needs as well as some general classroom support tasks.  There are 2 full time positions available and 1 part time (Mondays and Tuesdays).

We would welcome visits to the school by interested candidates.  If you would like to arrange a visit or find out more, please contact the school on 01892 523006.

Please apply online - we look forward to hearing from you.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children,  This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.  Online checks will be carried out.

Information about the school

St James' CE (Aided) Primary School opened in September 2019 from the merger of the separate Infant and Junior schools.  The facilities are modern and well resourced and we have 630 pupils in twenty one classes.  We have supportive parents and governors and are proud of our Christian ethos.  Our community links are strong.  To find out more, please visit our website at https://st-james.kent.sch.uk

 

Information about the school

St James’ Church of England Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive, and high-achieving primary school located in the heart of Tunbridge Wells, Kent. As a three-form entry school, we pride ourselves on our strong sense of community, our Christian values, and a commitment to nurturing the whole child.We have supportive parents and governors and are proud of our Christian ethos. Our community links are strong.

We strive to provide a supportive and stimulating environment where every child feels valued, inspired, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Our dedicated team of staff work collaboratively to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum that combines academic excellence with creativity, curiosity, and character development.

At St James’, we maintain strong partnerships with parents, the local parish, and the wider community, helping to create a nurturing and respectful atmosphere in which children thrive both socially and spiritually. Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do — and we’re proud to see them grow into confident, kind, and responsible young people ready for the next stage of their learning journey.

If you are passionate about making a difference and joining a school where values, ambition, and care go hand in hand, we would love to hear from you.

To find out more, please visit our website at https://st-james.kent.sch.uk

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Ms. M Garach
  • Address:Sandrock Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 3PR
  • Telephone: (01892) 523006
  • Email: hr@st-james.kent.sch.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.