Teaching Assistant - Full-time/Part-time

Whitstable & Seasalter Endowed C of E Junior Sch, Whitstable

• Ref:KCC886-3339-114S
• Posted:05/06/2026
• Pay:Kent Scheme A £17,883 pro rata to FTE of £26,168
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:12/06/2026 at 14:00
• Interviews:Week commencing 15 June 2026

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We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant for 28.75 hours per week in term time plus INSET days to join our friendly and supportive team.  The hours will be 8.45am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday, with one hour unpaid for lunch.

As with other roles in the school, this post involves regular contact with children and staff and therefore the successful candidate needs to be able to relate well to children and adults alike. A sense of humour is a MUST, as well as a ‘common-sense’ approach to the job and the ability to show initiative and adapt to any situation that may arise.

In order to be shortlisted for interview and subsequently appointed, applicants MUST demonstrate a secure understanding of these expectations, along with relevant experience on the application form and at interview:

• High standards of work ethic and self-motivation
• Good literacy and mathematical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• The ability to form positive relationships with children and adults
• High standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional standards & team work
• Maintain accurate records
• Empathetic to social, emotional & physical needs of all children
• Confidence in occasionally covering Class Teachers PPA time
• Experience of teaching high quality interventions
• Initiative to support and stretch learning within the classroom

In applying for this position, we expect all members of our school staff to continue with professional development and to seek opportunities to increase their knowledge and skill.  The school is fully committed to continued professional development and expects all staff to undertake training as and when required.

Whitstable & Seasalter Endowed Church of England (Aided) Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to maximise opportunity, minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.  All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children. Appointed staff are also expected to follow a robust Code of Conduct in accordance with our church school’s Christian Values.

Information about the school

We are a Church of England Aided Junior school, situated in the heart of Whitstable. We are a two form entry school with a total of eight classes. Locally we are known as 'The Endowed' and we describe ourselves as an old school with a young heart. Last year we celebrated our 180th birthday!

Our children come from all sorts of different backgrounds. Our parents, friends, governors and our local churches give amazing support and this, together with the dedication of an experienced and caring staff, make The Endowed the 'Outstanding' school that it is.

Our School's Vision and Values:

As a school family, living and learning with a thirst for knowledge, we delight in everyone’s achievements sharing joy and laughter along the way. Within the love of God we nurture aspirations, celebrate each other’s individuality enabling all to flourish. We let our lights shine in school, our community and the World beyond. LOVE - JOY - GOODNESS - RESILIENCE - TRUST Let your light shine. Matthew 5: 14-16

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs D Bushell
• Address:High Street, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1AY
• Telephone: (01227) 273630
• Email: dbushell@whitstable-endowed.kent.sch.uk

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• Job Description