Teaching Assistant - Temporary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whitstable

• Ref:KCC886-3715-169S
• Posted:13/02/2026
• Pay:KR4 (£23,338 FTE)
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:06/03/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:16th March 2026

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St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is an excellent school with a vibrant, supportive and friendly school community. We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who is dedicated to supporting children in their learning and is sympathetic to our Catholic values.

The role is 20 hours per week (8.30am - 12.30pm Monday-Friday) and will include working with small groups and individuals within the classroom, carrying out interventions and a 30-minute lunchtime duty.  This would initially be a temporary role until the end of the academic year (31st August 2026).

Please read the Person Specifications carefully and make reference to them in your applications. Previous TA experience is not essential, training can be given; a good general level of education and personal qualities are as important as experience.

If you have any questions about the role, please email michele.blunt@st-marys-whitstable.kcsp.org.uk.

St Mary's is part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP).  The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment is subject to our Safeguarding checks, including satisfactory return of an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, two references, online/social media checks and a pre-employment health history questionnaire. 

Join us in making a difference to the lives of our students. We look forward to receiving your application.

Information about the school

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is a vibrant, nurturing community rooted in Catholic values and dedicated to the holistic development of our students. Located in the charming seaside town of Whitstable, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.

As part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership we are lucky to be able to access high-quality professional development and being part of a family of schools enables us opportunities to learn, grow and develop together.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who demonstrate commitment and passion to assist us in ensuring that our children strive to be the best they can be.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Michele Blunt
• Address:Northwood Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 2EY
• Telephone: (01227) 272692
• Email: michele.blunt@st-marys-whitstable.kcsp.org.uk

Fax: 01227 770907

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description
• Notes to Applicants
• Recruitment Monitoring Form
• Consent to Obtain References
• Person Specification
• Employment of Ex-offenders Policy
• Safeguarding Policy