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Teaching Assistant - Folkestone - Term Time

The Beacon, Folkestone And Walmer

  • Ref:KCC886-7043-459S
  • Posted:03/03/2026
  • Pay:Actual Salary £19,392 including SENA allowance
  • Start Date:20 March 2026
  • App Close Date:17/03/2026 at 08:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Folkestone Site - Teaching assistants 

With the ongoing growth and development in our Beacon community, we are excited to add to our fantastic team of teaching assistants. 

This role is TERM TIME only and based at our FOLKESTONE site, where you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of classes.  As our school is purpose built, for a diverse range of pupil needs, we can offer the opportunity to gain experience in Primary, Secondary, Sixth form or Specialist Classes such as ABA or PMLD. 

Hours are 8.50am to 3.25pm Monday to Friday, term time only plus five INSET days (39 working weeks per year)

Actual Salary: KSA £19,392 inc. Special Educational Needs Allowance

The benefits of working at The Beacon include:

  • a comprehensive induction 
  • school holidays off work
  • Opportunities for internal progression 
  • on-site parking
  • great Local Government Pension scheme
  • wellbeing days
  • extensive training offerings
  • opportunities to gain qualifications inc. GCSE and Teacher Training
  • annual flu vaccinations for staff
  • employee Assistance Programme - inc. counselling and GP/Nurse services

We are extremely proud and passionate about showcasing our school and the work we do,  if you would like to arrange a visit prior to application - please get in contact.  

The Beacon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Please note that this position is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and two satisfactory references. 

Subject to the volume of candidates, we may shortlist on a rolling basis and/or close the role before the end date shown.

 

Information about the school

The Beacon is a multi site, all age specialist school (4–19 years) providing high quality education for 480 pupils with complex needs, profound and severe learning difficulties, and physical and sensory impairments. Our main site is located on Park Farm Road in Folkestone, our newest provision in Walmer opened in September 2025. We also operate a 10 place satellite provision at Castle Hill Primary School and work collaboratively with Beacon Plus as an extended partner of the school.

The Beacon is built on a strong culture of cooperation and a commitment to personalised learning. Our child centred, needs led curriculum draws on the EYS Foundation Stage, the National Curriculum, and relevant accreditation pathways, with an emphasis on Life Skills, Social Skills, and holistic development.

As a centre of expertise, we also deliver training and support for mainstream schools through our outreach team. This dedicated team provides professional development, advice, and guidance to colleagues across the region. Our conference and meeting facilities regularly host nationally recognised speakers and professional learning events.

We are also home to a Multi Agency Support Hub, one of four centres across the county, bringing together NHS professionals, paediatricians, speech and occupational therapists, nursing teams, children’s social care, and portage services. This integrated approach strengthens the support available to children and families across the Folkestone and Hythe district.

At The Beacon, our shared moral purpose is to improve educational outcomes and life chances for all young people. We believe excellence is achieved through partnership, collaboration, and reflective practice. Our peer to peer coaching model and staff led learning communities help ensure consistently high quality teaching and a culture of continuous improvement. We expect the highest standards from ourselves and all stakeholders, creating an environment where every learner can thrive.

If you share our values and are inspired by our mission, we look forward to hearing from you.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Sasha Gooding
  • Address:Park Farm Road, Folkestone, Salisbury Road, Walmer, Folkestone And Walmer, Kent, CT195DN CT147QJ
  • Telephone: 01303 847555
  • Email: HR@thebeacon.kent.sch.uk

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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.