Teaching Assistant

Eastchurch Church of England Primary School; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional dev &培训

Well-resourced learning environment

Meaningful impact on children's ed.

Job summary

Eastchurch Church of England Primary School is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, supportive team. You will work closely with class teachers to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and development, including those with additional needs.

This role is 32.5 hours per week, 08:30–15:30, term time only plus one week (39 weeks). We welcome visits to the school and look forward to hearing from applicants who share our passion for inclusive education and high‑quality learning.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils' learning and wellbeing.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning under the direction of the class teacher.
• Work in small groups to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Assist with planning and delivering learning activities.
• Help maintain a safe, supportive and stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils with SEN, behavioural, or emotional needs as required.
• Contribute to assessments, record-keeping, and reporting on pupil progress.
• Supervise pupils during break times, transitions, and school activities.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external agencies.

Skills

Passionate about helping children

Patient and empathetic

Inclusive education

Relationship building

Organised and proactive

Job description

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Eastchurch Church of England Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people and support high‑quality learning across the school.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and development. You will help create a positive, inclusive classroom environment and provide tailored support to individual pupils or small groups, including those with additional needs.

This post is for 32.5 hours per week, 08.30 - 15:30, term time only plus one week (39 weeks)

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the classroom under the direction of the class teacher
• Work in small groups to help pupils access the curriculum
• Assist with planning and delivering learning activities
• Help maintain a safe, supportive and stimulating learning environment
• Support pupils with SEN, behavioural, or emotional needs as required
• Contribute to assessments, record‑keeping, and reporting on pupil progress
• Supervise pupils during break times, transitions, and school activities
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external agencies

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about helping children learn and succeed
• Patient, empathetic, and committed to inclusive education
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
• Confident supporting learning across a range of ages and abilities
• Organised, proactive, and willing to take initiative
• A good communicator with strong interpersonal skills

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A well‑resourced, positive learning environment
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s education

We warmly encourage visits to the school. To arrange a tour or an informal conversation, please contact the school office.

Eastchurch Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to follow the relevant safeguarding procedures, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.