Teaching Assistant

Featherby Junior School; Hale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time hours

CPD training

1:1 digital devices

Outdoor learning spaces

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff wellbeing programme

Job summary

Featherby Partnerships School in Medway is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team, helping children learn, develop and thrive in a safe, welcoming environment.

You will support literacy and numeracy, assist teachers, and contribute to pupil wellbeing while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Term-time hours, bespoke CPD, access to digital tools, and a commitment to staff wellbeing and development are offered within the Maritime Academy Trust.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting primary-aged children.
• Confident in literacy and numeracy to support learning.
• Strong communicator and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support literacy and numeracy development in the classroom.
• Assist teachers to implement lesson activities and manage learning environments.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while supporting pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Communication

Team player

Job description

Join Featherby Partnerships School as a Teaching Assistant
Make a real difference—every day, every child, every moment

Hours: 32.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Time Time Only: 39 weeks per year Start Date: ASAP Actual Salary: Medway D2 Point 4 - 11 £19,569.37 - £22,258.64 Actual Salary

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their very best? Featherby Partnerships School (part of the Maritime Academy Trust) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside teachers and staff to support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in a welcoming, community-focused school.

About The Role

As a Teaching Assistant at Featherby, you’ll play an important role in the classroom—helping to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment where every child can thrive. From supporting literacy and numeracy, to building pupils’ confidence and resilience, you’ll make a meaningful difference in their learning journey every single day.

Who You Are

We are looking to appoint someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children to succeed.

• Confident in literacy and numeracy, able to support learning effectively.

• Experienced in working with primary-aged children (desirable but not essential).

• A strong communicator who thrives in a team environment.

• Reflective, professional, and keen to develop their own practice.

• Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

What We Offer

At Featherby, we pride ourselves on being a nurturing and ambitious school where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential—and every staff member is valued. As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we foster collaboration and provide real opportunities for growth.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Work-life balance with term-time only hours.

• A welcoming, family-centred environment, where everyone plays a key role

• Bespoke training and CPD, with online learning through LearnUpon and in-person sessions

• 1:1 digital devices and tools, supporting confidence in the classroom and for admin support

• Access to well-developed outdoor learning spaces, used to enhance the school experience

• Experience within our inclusive SEND provision, supporting a wide range of needs

• Clear pathways for career progression within the school and Trust.

• National terms and conditions, including the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Staff wellbeing initiatives and Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Featheryby School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.