Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Victoria Road Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-2275-77S
• Posted:12/02/2026
• Pay:Negotiable
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:27/02/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:Wednesday 4th March 2026

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Teaching Assistant (Early Years experience preferred)

Are you a passionate, creative, and nurturing individual looking to make a real difference in children’s lives? Victoria Road Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, one-form entry school on a term-time only temporary contract. Hours are 8:30 – 3:20 (with 30 minutes for lunch), five days a week. Salary is negotiable.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience working in a primary school, ideally with Early Years (Reception) children
• Understands child development and brings a fun, creative approach to learning
• Is a kind, nurturing team player who puts children’s interests first
• Is flexible, highly motivated, and keen to work collaboratively
• Has a growth mindset and a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Has relevant qualifications or training for the role

What we offer:

• Opportunity for HLTA training and first aid leadership training for the right candidate
• A small, supportive, and well-resourced one-form entry school
• Wonderful children and a caring, dedicated team of staff
• A thorough induction and ongoing professional development
• Leaders who care about your well-being and career

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. Victoria Road Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. 

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024), we follow safer recruitment practices, and all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration form prior to interview.

Victoria Road Primary School is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

If you are ready to join a great team and help our pupils thrive, we would love to hear from you!

Information about the school

Victoria Road Primary School is a small one-form entry school. There is a maximum of 30 children in each class and the total school roll is 210.

The school is more than 100 years old, but is in good condition despite its age. It is located close to the centre of Ashford and is only 5 minutes walk from the main railway station and International Station. We have a field and several playgrounds. All classrooms are well resourced with support from teaching assistants.

Our children, primarily coming from south Ashford, are friendly and a pleasure to teach. The school is popular in the area we serve with a friendly and dedicated staff who have an ethos of sharing and support.

The school was judged as Good in its last inspection carried out by Ofsted (May 2024) This identified many strengths including, a strong shared vision and 100% of staff who are overwhelmingly proud to be part of the school and the wonderful behaviour of our children.

Our website address is www.victoriaroad.co.uk

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jane Lee
• Address:Victoria Road,, Ashford, Kent, TN23 7HQ
• Telephone: (01233) 620044
• Email: jlee@victoria-road.kent.sch.uk

Documents

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• Job Description & Person Specification