Teaching Assistant (FTC Until 22/07/2026) - Term Time

Pluckley CEP School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3142-55S
• Posted:02/12/2025
• Pay:KR04 Estimated Actual £12,746 (FTE £24,263)
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:12/12/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:18th December 2025

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(Y)Our Opportunity

We are looking for an innovative and inspirational Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our supportive and collaborative team.  You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.  Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.  

This is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference.  It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. 

You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers.  This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

This is a fixed term contract ending on 22nd July 2026

We are looking for someone who is:

*A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children

*Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting

*Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

*Consistent in a calm and fair approach

*Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities

*Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

We know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you:

*A comprehensive induction programme

*Excellent ongoing CPD

*Progression: If career development is your thing, we offer opportunities into teaching through our TKAT SCITT programme

*Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance

*The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change

*Access to trust resources and materials 

*Cycle to work scheme 

*TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts

*Free eye tests              

*Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

About TKAT 

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. 

Information about the school

Pluckley Church of England Primary is part of The Kemnal Academies Trust. We are are small friendly school located in the heart of our village.

We are committed to building a culture where our values are evident in our everyday working, where respect and care for each other underpin our aspiration as an organisation.

Our motivation is to ensure all children can access the same opportunities and experiences whilst proudly celebrating their unique differences and backgrounds.

We are proud to have a workforce that has a shared belief of our purpose and values and one in which our staff, as well as our pupils, continue to thrive.

At Pluckley we believe that all children thrive in an environment in which they are happy, challenged and secure: secure in the knowledge they are safe and cared for; challenged to achieve their best; and happy in the knowledge they are each appreciated for their individuality and their achievements.

As a church school, we put Christian teachings and values at the heart of everything we do.

Children at Pluckley Church of England Primary School are encouraged to value:

Respect, by valuing the diversity, rights and property of others

Endeavour, by striving to achieve our best and also valuing the achievements of others

Friendship, by showing consideration to others

Leadership, by understanding that we are all leaders of our own learning

Enjoyment, through active involvement in school life and making the most of our opportunities

Cooperation, by working together appropriately to achieve our aims

Trust, by having faith and confidence in each other to guide us on our journey together

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lorraine Smith
• Address:Pluckley Church Of England Primary School, The Street, Pluckley, Ashford, Kent, TN27 0QS
• Telephone: 01233 840422
• Email: hrhubteam3@tkat.org

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