Teaching Assistant

LeighAcademiesTrust; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with progression

Local Government Pension Scheme

24/7 free virtual GP service

collaborative MAT network

LAT benefits

Job summary

Leigh Academy Snowfields, part of Leigh Academies Trust, is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support students with learning difficulties at Cranbrook campus. This role is based at Cranbrook College and offers a chance to inspire and empower pupils daily.

We welcome applicants from schools, youth work, or voluntary roles who are committed to our vision for continuous improvement. The successful candidate will join a warm, supportive team working with students to reach their full

Job description

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Please be aware that this role is based at the Cranbrook College

At Leigh Academy Snowfields, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed, no matter the challenges they face. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team - someone who truly cares about supporting young people with learning difficulties and helping them reach their full potential.

This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to inspire, support, and empower students every single day.

We’re seeking a passionate, resilient, and enthusiastic individual who loves working with young people. Whether you have experience in schools, youth work, or voluntary roles, what matters most is your commitment to supporting students and embracing our vision for continuous improvement.

Why Join Leigh Academy Snowfields?

• A welcoming and supportive team who share your passion
• A school where every child is valued and celebrated
• A fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience - perfect if you're considering a career in teaching!

If you’re ready to make a real impact and be part of something amazing, we’d love to hear from you.

Working with us at Leigh Academy Snowfields

Leigh Academy Snowfields is an Outstanding specialist school for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), offering a warm, inclusive, and aspirational environment across our Bearsted and Cranbrook campuses - with a brand new, purpose-built site opening in Minster, September 2025. Across all sites, our dedicated team empowers every student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our approach blends care with ambition - “Where Nurture Meets Aspiration” - and is underpinned by our core values: Be Kind, Work Hard, Communicate, Stay Safe, and Be Happy. We offer small class sizes, highly personalised support, and a broad, balanced curriculum that includes GCSEs and vocational pathways. Our specialist facilities in catering, horticulture, and land-based studies prepare students for meaningful, independent futures.

Awarded Ofsted Outstanding, Snowfields is more than a school - it’s a collaborative and inspiring community where staff are valued, supported, and developed. Whether you’re new to special education or an experienced practitioner, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team making a real difference.

Come and help shape the future of SEN education. To find out more about Leigh Academy Snowfields, please click here.

Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): [e-mail] / 01634 412 205.

All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role involves regulated activity relevant to children, and it is a criminal offence for anyone barred from engaging in regulated activity with children to apply for this position.
We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates, and you can read more about our approach on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role, regardless of any protected characteristics, which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices, and not discriminating on any grounds.