Teaching Assistant 2

TKAT; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests

Employee Assistance Programme - free &

Job summary

Napier Community Primary & Nursery Academy in Gillingham, Kent, is seeking a Teaching Assistant 2 to join a supportive team. You will assist with engaging teaching, one-to-one support and small‑group work, helping to develop resources and schemes of work to meet individual needs.

The role offers 32.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 08:30–15:30) with a daily unpaid break, and opportunities for career progression through TKAT. A collaborative environment supports staff wellbeing and development.

Qualifications

• Assist in delivery of engaging teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assist with development of resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs.
• Hours 32.5 Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30 (with a 30 minute daily unpaid break)
• Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering lessons and activities.
• Provide individual and small group support to learners as required.
• Assist with preparation of teaching materials and resources to aid learning.

Skills

Great communicator

Positive relationships

Team player

Calm and fair approach

Raising achievement focus

Passionate about education

Job description

Napier Community Primary & Nursery, Gillingham, Kent

Education - non-teaching

Full time

Permanent

We are looking for an innovative and inspirational Teaching Assistant 2 (TA 2) t o join our supportive and collaborative team. You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.

Hours 32.5 Monday to Friday, 08:30-15.30 (with a 30 minute daily unpaid break)

This role as a Teaching Assistant 2 (TA 2) is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference. It’s not necessarily your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

As a Teaching Assistant 2 (TA 2) you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

The ideal Teaching Assistant 2 (TA 2) will be someone who is:

• A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children


• Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting


• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team


• Consistent in a calm and fair approach


• Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities


• Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

As Teaching Assistant 2 (TA 2) we know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you :

• Progression: If career development is your thing, we offer opportunities into teaching through our TKAT SCITT programme


• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance


• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change


• Access to trust resources and materials


• Cycle to work scheme


• Free eye tests


• Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

About Napier Community Primary & Nursery Academy

Napier Community Primary & Nursery Academy currently has 581 pupils ranging from 3 – 11 years. At Napier we believe that every child can succeed. We strive to ensure that all our children have high aspirations, self-belief, respect, compassion, and an understanding of their world and their community. We are committed to promoting the long term collective wellbeing of all the children entrusted to our care to find out more visit our website here.

To discover what makes Napier so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01634 574920 or email [e-mail]

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily , the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’ , giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily , the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’ , giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

We are committed to building a culture where our values are evident in our everyday working, where respect and care for each other underpin our aspiration as an organisation.

Our motivation is to ensure all children can access the same opportunities and experiences whilst proudly celebrating their unique differences and backgrounds.

We are proud to have a workforce that has a shared belief of our purpose and values and one in which our staff, as well as our pupils, continue to thrive.

At Napier we believe that every child can succeed. We strive to ensure that all our children have high aspirations, self-belief, respect, compassion, and an understanding of their world and their community.

We believe that growing competence and mastery of reading, writing and mathematics are the foundations that allow children and young people to build a happy, self-determined and fulfilled life.

At Napier we know we can make a difference to the lives of children. We believe that education is a fundamental human right and we are proud to serve these children and their community. We are committed to promoting the long term collective wellbeing of all the children entrusted to our care.

Hours

32.5

Competitive

01-11-2026

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