Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Woodlands; Whitfield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Whitfield is seeking Teaching Assistants for fixed-term contracts until August 2026. The role consists of supporting SRP pupils for 31 hours per week. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in English and Mathematics along with experience in school settings. Competitive hourly rate of £12.71 plus SEN Allowance. Applications must be submitted via Kent Teach website by January 4th, 2026, and all references will be checked prior to interview.

Benefits

KCC holiday pay

Supportive educational environment

Qualifications

• Candidates must have GCSE qualifications with grades A*-C or 4 and above in English and Mathematics.
• Experience of working in a school supporting children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children to learn and develop.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Attend to educational needs in SRP classes.

Skills

Supporting children with learning

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs in English and Mathematics

NVQ2 or equivalent

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANTS REQUIRED TO COVER POSTS IN SRP CLASSES: FROM FEBRUARY 2026

Are you looking for a new exciting challenge? Are you passionate about supporting children to learn and develop in all areas, working as part of a team of support staff?

Whitfield Aspen School have several exciting opportunities to join an innovative school, which is part of an expansion programme.

Fixed Term contract until August 2026 supporting SRP Pupils: 31 hours per week, TTO plus KCC holiday pay (Mon – Fri).

Salary: Kent Scheme A pro-rata (equivalent to £24,513 for full time), £12.71 per hour + SEN Allowance

Core hours: 08:45 – 15:15 Monday – Friday.

Whitfield Aspen School values education, skills and experience. Candidates who possess GSCE qualifications with grades A*- C or 4 and above in English and Mathematics / NVQ2 / Equivalent or higher is advantageous. Candidates must be able to provide original examination certificates prior to the interview.

Experience of working in school supporting children is desirable.

Successful applicants will be required to sign up to the School’s Core Values.

Further information about our school and a Job Description can be found on www.whitfieldaspenschool.co.uk Visits to the school can be arranged by contacting the school or emailing Gemma Kingsland-Roberts.

Please apply via the Kent Teach website. Job reference: KCC886-2471-190S

CV’s will not be accepted.

Tel. [phone] or e-mail: [e-mail]

Applications must be received by: Sunday 4th January 2026, 23:45 PM

Interviews will take place: Thursday 15th January 2026*

*Should you be invited to interview, the interview process will start at 08:15 and finish at 14:30

Please note that as part of Keeping Children Safe in Education, all references are required to be obtained prior to interview. Shortlisted/Successful candidates will be screened online for social media checks.

Contracts will be subject to satisfactory references, teacher barring and qualification checks and pre-employment health screening.

Our school and its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service.