Teaching Assistant

The Mead School Limited; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5% employer pension

Shopping discount card

Means tested staff discount

Free lunch where possible

Accrued paid holiday + bank holidays

Counselling scheme access

Personal accident at work cover

Job summary

The Mead School in Royal Tunbridge Wells is seeking a talented and caring Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with EHCP during core lessons, interventions and small-group work. The role requires initiative and teamwork within a guided school team.

You will report to the Head of Learning Strategies and Form Tutor/Teaching Staff, with duties spanning planning activities, keeping records and maintaining a supportive classroom environment. The school values pastoral care and Christian ethos.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head, Head of Learning Strategies, Form Tutors and teaching staff in delivering high quality learning experiences for the pupil with an EHCP.
• Create a friendly, caring classroom environment to support pupil learning during agreed hours.
• Ensure daily routines are followed and assist with planning activities for the pupil or small groups.
• Maintain pupil records and carry out assessments under supervision.
• Support in keeping a safe, tidy classroom/school space and assist on school trips as required.
• Provide pastoral support and act as a positive role model for all pupils.

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: The Mead SchoolLocation: Royal Tunbridge Wells, KentContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeSalary: £14, 840.00Posted: 7th September 2026Expires: 9th October 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1572426* Share :* PrintWe are seeking to appoint a talented, caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to offer support to one of our children. The successful candidate should be able to work on their own initiative and as part of the wider, guided team in helping to support the pupil with interventions, core lessons and a small groups with peers when necessary. It is an advantage to have a willingness to participate in everything our pupils do!Reporting to: Head, Head of Learning Strategies and Form Tutor/Teaching StaffHours, Salary & Benefits:Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm Monday - Wednesday and 8:30am – 12:30pm Thursday - Friday.Timetable could differ over the academic year.We are looking to get someone starting in the role ASAP, however, for the right candidate they could start September 2026. The hours may differ from September.Salary: £14, 840.00 paBenefits:* 5% employer pension* Shopping discount card* Means tested staff discount* Free lunch where possible* Accrrued paid holiday + bank holidays* Access to the group's counselling scheme* Personal accident at work cover**Job Description:**To assist the Head, Head of Learning Strategies, Form Tutors, Teaching Staff and team in providing high quality learning experiences and support for a pupil with an EHCP.* To assist the pupil in providing a friendly, caring and appropriate environment conducive to pupil learning and development during the agreed hours.* To ensure all daily routines are adhered to.* To plan, organise and carry out planned activities with the specific child or a group of children guided by the Form Tutor/ Teaching Staff/ Head of Learning Strategies, to support learning and development.* To adopt a strong, professional, adaptable and flexible style so as to influence and motivate.* To maintain children’s records and carry out assessments under the guidance of the Form Tutor/ Teaching Staff/ Head of Learning Strategies, when necessary.* To assist in keeping a safe, clean and tidy classroom/ school & outdoor play and work space.* To provide pastoral support for the pupil in their care.* To be a positive role model for all pupils.* To be flexible and forward thinking with the changing demands of each school day.* To ensure all School policies and procedures are adhered to and implemented.* To keep abreast of current issues and attend training as necessary.* To respect confidentiality in the setting.* To supervise the child on the playground/ in the dining hall, as required.* To assist on school trips and outings as required and directed.* To communicate with parents and other visitors in a calm, friendly and efficient manner.* To respect and support the Christian ethos of the School.* To ensure that the School’s aims and objectives in relation to the curriculum, equal opportunities and discipline are promoted in every day routines and practice.* To undertake any other reasonable and relevant duties in accordance with the changing needs of the school and the pupil’s needs.* To undertake any other duty/ies necessary for the proper performance of the role, in line with skills set and experience, as directed by the Head.To read the full job description, and person specification, please see the attached candidate pack.