We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is afixed term appointment unitl 31/08/2026.
Part of The Turner School Trust; Folkestone Primary is a forward thinking school that recognises and develops children's personal strengths and talents. We are determined that every child in our school is happy and successful, through providing high standards of academic learning opportunities and pastoral care. Our children are well behaved, enthusiastic learners and our staff are welcoming, hard-working and supportive. Each year group work closely as a team: we ensure that less experienced members of staff work alongside more experienced so that they are well-supported.
The successful candidate will:
* Be determined to provide the very best outcomes for the children they work with
* Be able to maintain positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
* Have effective communication skills, both oral and written
* Know how to effectively support children’s reading, writing and maths knowledge and skills
* Working closely with class teachers to promote children’s learning and achievement
* Supervise children at more unstructured times of the school day, engaging them in games and social skills activities
* Demonstrate a willingness to take on board advice in order to develop further
We offer:
* Well-behaved, motivated and happy children
* A supportive, friendly and hard-working staff team
* Excellent facilities
* A school committed to providing the highest standards of pastoral care and learning opportunities
* Strong CPD opportunities
We warmly invite and encourage you to visit our school.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.
Fixed Term until 31/08/2026
20 hours per week 8.30am - 12.30pm
Monday – Friday
Term time plus INSET days
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