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Teaching Assistant - Part-time

Ursuline College, Westgate On Sea

  • Ref:KCC886-4633-534S
  • Posted:12/03/2026
  • Pay:Kent Scheme B
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:20/04/2026 at 09:00
  • Interviews:To be confirmed

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We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our skilled and supportive team as soon as possible. The role is permanent, 31.25 hours per week, term time only.

The primary purpose of the role is to support high standards of achievement for all pupils by assisting with learning, care and support programmes that improve pupils’ access to education. The successful candidate will provide general classroom support, as well as 1:1 or small group support where required, helping pupils to engage fully in their learning.

Full details of the role can be found in the accompanying job description, which also includes a person specification.

If you are hardworking, patient and caring, able to work effectively as part of a team and use your initiative, and have a genuine commitment to supporting children’s learning and development, we would love to hear from you. The ideal candidate will be able to work with targeted groups as well as individual pupils, show flexibility, maintain a positive attitude and bring a good sense of humour to the role.

Ursuline College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close vacancies early; therefore, if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Information about the school

Ursuline College is located in the picturesque town of Westgate-on-Sea, Kent, offering convenient rail connections to London, with the historic city of Canterbury just 11 miles away.

As part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership, a collaborative multi-academy trust, Ursuline College is one of three secondary schools working together to foster a supportive and dynamic environment. The Trust encourages strong professional relationships across schools, ensuring our students receive the best possible education and are empowered to reach their full potential.

If you are passionate about education, highly motivated, and eager to contribute to the success and growth of our students, we invite you to consider joining our team of dedicated educators and exceptional support staff. We welcome applications from individuals of all faiths and backgrounds—Catholic affiliation is not a requirement.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Clair Gavin
  • Address:225 Canterbury Road, Westgate On Sea, Kent, CT8 8LX
  • Telephone: 01843 834431
  • Email: hr@ursuline.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.