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Teaching Assistant Year 3&4 - Full-time

Pilgrims' Way Primary School , Canterbury

  • Ref:KCC886-2098-308S
  • Posted:23/01/2026
  • Pay:KSC
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:02/02/2026 at 09:30
  • Interviews:5th February 2026

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Teaching Assistant - Yr 3/4 intially

Temporary Maternity Cover - possibility to extend 

Immediate start available

The post is for 30 hours per week (8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday) term time only.

Pay details: KSB £25126

Pro rata based on working 30 hours per week 38 weeks per year £17,302.25

We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team, working primarily in Year 3/4. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a real difference in children’s learning and development.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

  • Support teaching and learning in a Year 3 class initially
  • Work closely with the class teacher to deliver high-quality learning experiences
  • Provide targeted support to pupils with Special Educational Needs, particularly those with Autism and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
  • Help create an inclusive, nurturing and positive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience is essential - we are looking for a TA with proven experience in KS2
  • Strong understanding of supporting pupils with SEN, especially Autism and SEMH
  • Someone patient, proactive and confident in adapting strategies to meet individual needs
  • A positive, empathetic approach and genuine commitment to helping children thrive
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

We Offer

  • A warm, supportive and collaborative staff team
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A chance to make meaningful contributions to pupils’ progress and wellbeing
  • A brand new school building 

If you are enthusiastic, compassionate and ready to bring your expertise to our Year 3/4 team, we’d love to hear from you!

Visits to the school are welcome, please call the school office on 01227 760084 

Please see separate Job Description for further details. 

The closing date for applications is Monday 2nd February at 9:30am with interviews on Thursday 5th February in the morning.

Pilgrims' Way Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references being received.

Flexible worker is considered - please indicate this need in your application 

Information about the school

Our school has been part of the Veritas Multi Academy Trust since May 2018. Ofsted report September 2022 rates our school as GOOD with an OUTSTANDING Early Years. Our irresistible curriculum and inclusive ethos ensures that all children achieve their potential.

The school is situated in the beautiful city of Canterbury, benefitting from many excellent cultural opportunities. We have wonderful grounds, including a forest school. Learning outside the classroom is a school priority.

We are on an exciting journey to rebuild our school and are working with the Department for Education on a new build project. We moved into our brand new school building at the start of January 2026.

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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.