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Associate Teacher - Fixed Term

Oakfield Primary Academy, Dartford

  • Ref:KCC886-3914-265S
  • Posted:03/07/2026
  • Pay:Kent Scheme A
  • Start Date:01 September 2026
  • App Close Date:16/07/2026 at 09:00
  • Interviews:w/c 20 July

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Oakfield Primary Academy is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Associate Teacher to join our talented and supportive team!

If you are passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential and want to work in a school striving to provide the very best opportunities for our children, we could be the school for you.

The role is for 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm, 38 weeks per year, term time only. The full-time salary is paid at Kent Scheme A, £26,168 (September 2026 pay), pro-rata to an actual salary of £19,610.33

We are looking for someone who is: 

  1. able to contribute to, and work as part of a team 
  2. ideally has experience working with children with learning difficulties or delivering interventions
  3. passionate about enabling every child to fulfil their potential 
  4. hold a TA qualification with GCSEs in English & Maths A-C or equivalent
  5. committed to high expectations of children's learning and behaviour 
  6. excellent communication and personal skills and a flexible attitude.

 Please take a look at the attached colleague benefits to see what we can offer you when working with us.

Please review the full job description carefully, including any physical aspects of the role, and consider how these align with your needs. All new appointments will receive an Occupational Health assessment to identify any required support or reasonable adjustments before starting. 

Notice to Applicants: We do not accept standalone CVs. A formal and complete application form must be submitted should you wish to apply for the role.

The Golden Thread Alliance 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 the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Two references are also required prior to commencement of employment.

Early applications are encouraged and The Golden Thread Alliance reserves the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

 

Information about the school

The Golden Thread Alliance is a Multi-Academy Trust that comprises of Culverstone Green, Fleetdown Primary Academy, Meopham Community Academy, Oakfiled Primary Academy, Riverview Infants, Riverview Juniors, Temple Hill Primary Academy, West Hill Primary Academy and Wrotham Road Primary School.

We are now part of The Golden Thread Alliance and we work closely with the other schools in the trust.

Each Primary has its own unique character, but all subscribe to The Golden Thread Alliance values. Please visit the individual school website to find out more.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Tina Ricketts
  • Address:Oakfield Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2SW
  • Telephone: 01732 795660
  • Email: hr@golden-thread.org

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.