Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Adisham CE Primary School, Canterbury

• Ref:KCC886-3119-143S
• Posted:30/04/2026
• Pay:KSD £26, 393 (Pro Rata £19, 689)
• Start Date:TBC subject to DBS and references
• App Close Date:14/05/2026 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBA

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We invite both internal and external applicants to apply for this HLTA position to join our dynamic team at Primary School. 

In this role you will play a vital role in ensuring continuity and quality of education during teachers’ release time and during unforeseen absences. You will support the delivery of our innovative educational vision, contributing to personalised learning and fostering an inclusive environment that empowers every pupil. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide cover for classes, delivering lessons based on plans provided by class teachers. 

• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of pupils, ensuring engagement and progress. 

• Maintain a positive and safe classroom environment conducive to effective learning. 

• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support pupil development, sharing feedback on progress. 

• Promote the Trust's vision of equipping pupils with essential cognitive and social-emotional skills. 

We are on the lookout for a passionate and dynamic individual who is ready to make a real impact in our classrooms!  

You should be: 

• Experienced in Areas That Count:  

Significant experience in a primary school setting, with a track record of effectively teaching or supporting pupil learning. Your hands-on experience will be invaluable! 

• A Classroom Dynamo:  

Strong classroom management skills that create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where every pupil feels valued and motivated to succeed. 

• A Communication Champion:  

Outstanding communication skills that allow you to connect with pupils and collaborate seamlessly with staff, fostering a team spirit that enhances pupil development. 

• An Inclusive Advocate: 

A commitment to promoting inclusion and ensuring equitable learning opportunities for all pupils, especially those with diverse needs. Your dedication will help us break down barriers to achievement! 

• Growth Mindset:  

A proactive attitude towards ongoing training and professional development. You should be eager to learn, innovate, and embrace new challenges that enhance your teaching practice. 

At The Stour Academy Trust, we value our staff and are committed to their professional growth. You will have access to continuous training linked to effective teaching practises and innovative technology use, enabling you to contribute meaningfully to our educational mission. 

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of our pupils, we would love to hear from you! Internal candidates should submit their application through the staff portal. 

We place the safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils at the heart of our work. All staff are expected to adhere to safeguarding policies and promote pupil welfare at all times. 

Stour Supply staff would be employed for:

• 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
• Term time + 5 Inset days
• KSD £26, 393
• Pro Rata Gross approx £19, 689

Information about the school

Adisham Church of England Primary School is a welcoming village school in the centre of the village surrounded by open countryside and woodland, approximately six miles from Canterbury.

We offer mixed age classes within a warm, supportive, and close knit community where our Christian values—Respect, Truth, Compassion, and Friendship—are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to provide a curriculum that is engaging, inclusive, and supported by a modern approach to teaching and learning.

As a member of The Stour Academy Trust, a forward thinking Multi Academy Trust of primary schools, we are committed to transforming learning to better prepare children for the challenges of the 21st century. The Trust is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of every pupil. Through an innovative pedagogical model and the purposeful use of technology, we deliver personalised learning within an enabling environment where technology enhances progress without defining our vision.

Our school and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please note that references will be requested prior to interview, at least one reference must be from your most recent employer.

Candidates who are invited for interview will be required to bring with them photo ID (either a valid driving licence or passport)

From little seeds great and wonderful things grow and flourish.

For more information about the school, please visit the school’s website: www.adisham.kent.sch.uk For more information about The Stour Academy Trust, please visit the Trust website: www.thestouracademytrust.org.uk

Job Contact Information

• Name:HR
• Address:Park View, Sturry, Kent, CT2 0NR
• Telephone: 01227 931560
• Email: recruitment@stouracademytrust.org.uk

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• Job Description
• Person Specification