Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Hawkinge Primary School, Folkestone

• Ref:KCC886-2298-67S
• Posted:23/09/2025
• Pay:KSA
• Start Date:27th October
• App Close Date:03/10/2025 at 15:00
• Interviews:07/ 08 October

Advert

We are looking to appoint a KS2 Teaching Assistant (26 hours – working 8:30 – 3pm, 5 days a week) 

We are looking for someone who:

• has a proven record of working with children in the primary school setting and understands what the role entails
• genuinely wants to work collaboratively with other members of staff in a team and understands the importance of learning from other people
• is keen to raise children’s standards by leading intervention groups and has a proven track record of doing so
• has a good standard of English and Maths skills and good spoken language
• it would be preferable, but not essential, if the applicant had prevous experience of working in Y5 or Y6

The right candidate must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills at all levels, a good work ethic, good organisational skills and a keen interest in improving life chances for all children.

What can we offer you…..?

• A cohesive staff team that genuinely gets on well with each other and are mutually supportive
• A school that is driven to offer the children in its care the best education possible
• Delightful children and supportive parents who make the job a joy.

All applications must be submitted to Kent-Teach - no direct applications please.

Our School & all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applications must include references from your current employer. No references should be included from family members or friends. 

Applicants must note that the school will undertake online searches as part of the shortlisting process (on shortlisted applicants) in advance of interview so that any identified issues or incidents can be raised with the applicant during the interview, if felt necessary.

Information about the school

We are a two form entry primary school located in Hawkinge. We strive for children to reach their potential in all areas of school life and as a result promote a wide, rich, school curriculum. We are a happy, strong team who work well together.

We were visited by Ofsted in June 2025 and this is what they said:

Leaders, pupils, staff and parents are very proud of their exceptional school. Pupils love coming to this inspiring school where everyone is welcomed and valued. Pupils thrive and grow as well-rounded, confident individuals. All pupils are challenged and supported to meet the very high expectations the school sets for them, academically and personally.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Miss Aly Ward (Head teacher)
• Address:Canterbury Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7BN
• Telephone: (01303) 892224
• Email: schooloffice@hawkinge.kent.sch.uk