Teaching Assistant - Walmer Site - Term Time

Folkestonegirls; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a growing school in Folkestone, looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their expanding team. With new classes opening in Summer 2025, this role offers a chance to be part of a nurturing environment focused on holistic development. The successful candidates will support pupils in accessing their learning while benefiting from extensive training and development opportunities. Join a committed team that values internal progression and provides a supportive atmosphere for both staff and students.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programme

Established mentoring and coaching system

On-site parking

Membership of the Local Government Pension scheme

Wellbeing days

Extensive training opportunities

Qualifications development

Confidential staff counselling service

Annual flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individual pupils and classes.
• Ability to work in a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support individual pupils and classes to access learning.
• Work collaboratively within a class team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Support for Special Educational Needs

Education

Relevant Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Walmer Site - Teaching Assistants Needed for Our Growing School

New Classes Opening from Summer 2025

We have an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic team at our Walmer provision. Our new building will be open from summer 2025, and we are looking for new team members to support our expanding school community.

Hours: 8.50am to 3.25pm, Monday to Friday, term time only plus five INSET days (39 working weeks per year)

Salary: KSA £19,392 including Special Educational Needs Allowance

The successful candidate will work as part of an experienced, motivated team in a well-resourced environment. They will support individual pupils and classes to access learning in a nurturing environment, in line with our school values. TA positions are based within a class team but may require coverage in other classes when needed.

We promote internal progression; many TAs have advanced to HLTA roles and further into teaching pathways. The Beacon has strong links with the University of Buckinghamshire, supporting TAs to study remotely for a BA (Hons) in Primary Education alongside their paid TA role.

The benefits of working at The Beacon include:

• A comprehensive induction programme
• An established mentoring and coaching system
• On-site parking
• Membership of the Local Government Pension scheme
• Wellbeing days
• Extensive training opportunities
• Qualifications development
• Confidential staff counselling service
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential advice on health, financial, and wellbeing topics

Our school prides itself on providing pupils with holistic development, ensuring they have the best possible experiences and pathways. Join like-minded colleagues committed to supporting our exceptional young people.

Safeguarding: The Beacon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All staff must share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and two satisfactory references.

Note: Due to candidate volume, we may shortlist on a rolling basis or close the role before the advertised end date.