Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Chilmington Green Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-2093-192S
• Posted:24/06/2026
• Pay:KSA FTE £24513 (pro rata approx £16,880)
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:08/07/2026 at 15:00
• Interviews:To Be Arranged

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The Stour Academy Trust is committed to delivering high-quality education that prepares pupils for success in the 21st century. We invite you to apply for this Teaching Assistant position to join our dynamic team at Primary School. 

As a Teaching Assistant you will work under the direction of classroom teachers to support high‑quality teaching and learning so that all pupils — including those with SEND, EAL or additional barriers — can access the full curriculum, make strong progress and develop independence, resilience and positive learning behaviours. The postholder will deliver targeted small‑group and one‑to‑one support, contribute to classroom organisation and assessment, model the Trust’s values and collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to ensure provision is coordinated and effective. 

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 supporting primary‑age pupils in classroom, 1:1 or small‑group settings (paid or voluntary). 

• Experienced in supporting pupils with SEND and/or EAL; contributing to individual support plans or delivering interventions. 

• A clear, professional communicator with pupils, staff and parents. 

• Have effective behaviour management and the ability to apply school routines consistently. 

• Be able to prepare and adapt resources to meet differentiated needs. 

• Have competent ICT skills for learning and record‑keeping. 

• Be committed to inclusion, high expectations and the Trust’s vision. 

• Be empathetic, patient and able to build warm relationships with pupils and families. 

• Be resilient, discreet and professional at all times. 

The role is:

• Term time only working, Monday to Friday
• 30 hours per week 
• Pro rata'd KSA salary approximately £16, 880 gross (38 weeks per year + 5 weeks holiday pay)
• extra day holiday after 2 years service

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, while external applicants can send their CV and a cover letter outlining their experience and suitability for the role to [insert email/contact information]. 

Closing Date: 8^th July 2026 

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. 

Information about the school

Location: Ashford, Kent UK Chilmington Green Primary School is a growing primary school on the new Chilmington Green development in Ashford. Opening in 2018 in a temporary building before moving into a state-of-the-art building in 2021. Pupil numbers are growing rapidly, currently standing at 260 pupils. We would encourage any applicant to visit the school for a tour. It is operating at one form entry in Key Stage One and Lower Key Stage Two and will eventually allow two forms of entry, as 60 Year R pupils join the school each year. The school nursery has a dedicated space for children aged 2 - 4 years old. The school also includes a Specialist Resource Provision for up to 14 pupils who have an Education Health Care Plan for Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

About Us:

At The Stour Academy Trust, we believe in unlocking the full potential of every student. Our commitment to excellence in education is reflected in our diverse family of schools, where innovation, collaboration and student success are at the heart of everything we do. Our pedagogical model combined with the intentional deployment of technology helps us deliver personalised learning in an enabling environment. Technology accelerates our progress rather than drives our vision.

For more information, please visit the school’s website: www.chilmingtongreen.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, CT5 0NR
• Telephone: 01227 931560
• Email: recruitment@stouracademytrust.org.uk

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