Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Beaver Green Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-2060-127S
• Posted:11/06/2026
• Pay:£29,587 - £31,198 FTE (£24,870 - £26,224 Pro Rata)
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:29/06/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:2nd July 2026

Advert

• 08:15 – 15:45 (Mon-Fri), Term Time plus 5 Staff Development Days

We are seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant and welcome applicants from both experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants and Teaching Assistants

The successful candidate will:

• Plan, prepare and deliver specific learning activities to individuals, small groups and/or classes modifying and adapting activities as necessary under the direction and supervision of a teacher.
• Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment.
• Liaise with staff and other relevant professionals and provide information about pupils as appropriate.
• Use teaching and learning objectives to plan, evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate within agreed systems of supervision.
• Assess the needs of pupils and use knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning.
• Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with staff members and parents regarding student progress
• Value all pupils as individuals and put them at the heart of everything you do.
• Make learning fun and challenging.
• Be able to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Work in partnership with all stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcomes for pupils.

We can offer you:

• A team of friendly, welcoming people to work collaboratively with..
• A range of support from a strong team that will help to develop your practice.
• Excellent professional development opportunities both within the school and across the Trust.
• A strong supportive local community, including Governors and PTFA.

Please send in your application as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed as soon as we receive them even if this is prior to the application close date

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• Discounts with local and national retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Tina Oakley, Headteacher, at bgpoffice@swale.at or 01233 621989

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to bgpoffice@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Information about the school

Beaver Green is a two form entry school in Ashford with a maintained nursery.

The school is sited in a new build with a number of outreach rooms alongside extensive playing fields and play areas.

The school works in partnership with other primaries within the Swale Academies Trust to ensure best practices are in place.

Beaver Green prioritises children’s learning and wellbeing to enable them to reach their full potential, the school has invested in the Little Wandle Phonics scheme, in high quality Reading, Writing and Maths resources and in extracurricular provision.

Beaver Green values its links to parents and the local community and is pleased to offer a breakfast club from 07.30am.

Our aim at Beaver Green is to give our children the best possible learning experiences.

Our recent Ofsted inspections (March 2023) says we are a ‘Good School’.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tina Oakley
• Address:Beaver Green Primary School, Cuckoo Lane, Ashford, Kent, TN23 5DA
• Telephone: 01233621989
• Email: bgpoffice@swale.at

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment Pack