Teaching Assistant - Term Time

John Wesley Primary Sch. (CoE & Methodist VA), Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3299-134S
• Posted:10/06/2026
• Pay:KSB (Kent Range)
• Start Date:01 September 2026
• App Close Date:25/06/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews: Friday 3rd July 2026

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Teaching Assistant at The John Wesley CEM Primary School

We are looking to appoint a committed Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a strong, supportive team within our popular, successful school. We are a Good school, with a positive and supportive ethos. The post will be for 31.25 hours a week (5 days a week, 8.30 – 3.15 with a 30 minutes lunch break, term-time only).

We would like to recruit a dynamic teaching assistant to join our happy, friendly and dedicated team in The John Wesley CEM Primary School. We are looking for an experienced TA, especially if you are experienced with SEN learning and nurture support to work with a child with multiple needs and who is minimally speaking. We need them to be highly motivated and committed to promoting inclusive learning opportunities whilst also considering some individual children's needs alongside the development of children's emotional well-being. We are looking for someone with experience of supporting children with personal care needs and using positive, relationship-based behaviour approaches (e.g. PROACT-SCIPr-UK) to ensure safety and dignity at all times.

The ideal candidate will be able to think on their feet; working both independently and as part of the team, to promote and demonstrate resilience and flexibility as a positive role model for our children. It is essential that the applicant has good English/Maths skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates to become fully involved in supporting learning and whole class teaching.

We can offer:
-A caring family community
-Wonderful children to work with
-A highly effective, enthusiastic and supportive team
-An on-going CPD programme and supportive induction
-The opportunity to be part of the forward-thinking school

We would really like to meet you if:
- You have a commitment to excellence in your own practice and that of your learners
- You are enthusiastic, hardworking and a team player
- Experienced in SEN learning and nurture support, with complex needs
- A positive role model for our children
- You have experience of implementing a highly responsive, engaging communication style (e.g. Intensive Interaction, Total Communication Approach, VERVE)
- You have run interventions to support listening & attention (eg Attention Autism)
- You have worked with children or have a knowledge of how to support children that have SLCN needs, ADHD or Autism.

Above all, we are seeking a strong teaching assistant committed to work with our children. If you feel you are up to the challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Visits/calls to the school are encouraged; please contact Miss Hanks (SENCo) or Miss Harrington (Headteacher) to make an appointment via email or school office. Please check out some of the school virtual visit videos on our website as well.

All applications must be made via Kent-teach using the Kent Teach application form. The John Wesley Church of England & Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with current Safer Recruitment guidelines.

Information about the school

The John Wesley CEM Primary School

The John Wesley Church of England & Methodist Primary School is a two-form mainstream primary school with currently 430 pupils. We are also extremely fortunate to have a Specialist Resource Provision for SLCN. At The John Wesley CEM Primary School, we provide a broad and balanced education for all the children within our care. We aim to create a happy, nurturing and stimulating learning environment in which all the children can grow in self-esteem and fulfil their potential. We believe every pupil should be able to participate in all school activities in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from harm.

We have a team of dedicated and committed teachers, support staff and governors and a strong relationship with our local Diocesan church, Methodist church and our local community. The behaviour and attitudes displayed by our pupils are very good and we work closely with parents to provide the best possible opportunities for our children. We are proud of our positive and caring ethos through which all our pupils are encouraged to reach their full potential.

We are a school at the heart of our community guided by our vision, 'Flourishing in F.A.I.T.H (Family, All Included, Thriving & Healthy)'. Our children and families are at the centre of everything we do. In our inclusive and unique learning community with two distinctive Christian Foundations, every experience enables all to flourish as individuals so we thrive together as God intended. We are blessed with beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces which we use fully to play and learn, nurturing one another mentally, physically, emotionally, academically and spiritually. We strive for our school community to keep being compassionate, loving, kind, responsible citizens who act wisely and keep giving.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and recognise that each child is an individual. We aim to provide an enabling and enriching environment for every child to reach their full potential.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Miss Rachael Harrington
• Address:The John Wesley CEM Primary School, Wesley School Road, Cuckoo Lane, Singleton, Ashford, Kent, TN23 5LW
• Telephone: 01233614660
• Email: headteacher@john-wesley.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Teaching Assistant Job Description
• Teaching Assistant Person Specification