Teaching Assistant - 20Hrs Per Week - Part-time

Woodlands; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Gillingham seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a part-time position during term time. The role involves supporting class teachers in Key Stages 1 and 2 and assisting with lunchtime duties. Candidates should possess strong literacy and numeracy skills and be qualified to NVQ Level 2 or above. A commitment to the school's Catholic ethos is essential. The position offers a welcoming team environment with a supportive leadership structure.

Benefits

Welcoming school team

Supportive leadership team

Dedicated governing body

Supportive parents

Qualifications

• Must be kind and patient with children.
• Experience in Key Stages 1 and 2 is advantageous.
• Ability to assist with lunchtime duties.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in enhancing teaching and learning.
• Assist with lunchtime duties.
• Promote the Catholic ethos of the school.

Skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Patience

Education

NVQ Level 2 or above

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT – PART‑TIME

Working Pattern: Part Time, Term Time only (39 weeks including Inset days)

Hours: 20 hours per week (9.00am-1.00pm)

Salary: Grade D2 4-11 £25,185 - £28,142 per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent part‑time

DBS Check: Enhanced

Location: St Augustine of Canterbury School, Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, ME8 9NP

Contact: 01634 371892, email: [e-mail]

“I called you by your name, you are mine.” Isaiah 43

We are looking for a kind and patient Teaching Assistant with plenty of enthusiasm and a commitment to providing high quality care and education for children. The successful candidate will work alongside class teachers to enhance teaching and learning in Key stages 1 and 2. You will be required to assist with lunchtime duties. High standards of literacy (including phonics) and numeracy together with the ability to work as part of a team are essential. The successful applicant will be educated to NVQ Level 2 or above. The strong Catholic ethos of the school is evident and prospective candidates would be expected to support and promote this.

We can offer:

• an opportunity to join a welcoming and friendly school team
• a highly supportive leadership team
• a committed and dedicated governing body
• wonderful children and supportive parents

Safeguarding

This school is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken including an enhanced DBS Check and two references will be required. In line with KCSIE 2025 guidance, as part of the short‑listing process, the School reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media and the internet as part of our due diligence. The recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process. Any information will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied for. Candidates will be subject to an online search if shortlisted. The search will not form part of the short‑listing process itself and shortlisted candidates will have the chance to address any issues of concern that come up during the search at interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Previous applicants need not apply.