Featherby Junior School

Woodlands; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused school in Gillingham is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to enhance children's learning and wellbeing. The role involves supporting literacy and numeracy, fostering a positive classroom environment, and working collaboratively with teachers. Applicants should be passionate about helping children succeed and possess strong communication skills. This term-time only position offers professional development opportunities and promotes work-life balance. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the school and apply soon as interviews may occur as applications are received.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Bespoke training and CPD

Access to outdoor learning spaces

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in working with primary-aged children is desirable but not essential.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Keen to develop their own practice.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing.
• Create a safe and engaging classroom environment.
• Support literacy and numeracy.

Skills

Passionate about supporting children

Confident in literacy and numeracy

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Reflective and professional

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 £18,356 - £20,878.91 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

• 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

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Featherby Infant & Junior School so special. Please contact the school office on 01634 231984 to arrange.

You’ll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached. Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!

Featheryby School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. 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.