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Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term, Sittingbourne
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Swale Academies Trust
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Job Reference:
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Posted:
29.06.2025
Expiry Date:
13.08.2025
Job Description:
Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term
* Term Time
* Start Date: September 2025
* Close Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2025
Istead Rise Primary School
Fixed Term (1 Year)
hours per week; Term Time + 5 Staff Development Days
Interviews: w/c 7th July 2025
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and successful team on a one-year fixed term basis. Previous experience of working in a primary school or other EYFS setting would be welcomed.
Istead Rise is a welcoming, one-form entry primary school, situated in beautiful grounds, with a stable and happy staffing family. We are a successful, oversubscribed school, where pupils are well behaved and attain at a high level. We place the wellbeing of our pupils and colleagues at the centre of all we do. Our most recent Ofsted inspection report can be read here, and details the many positive aspects for pupils attending our school.
The school’s ultimate aim is to ensure that all children leave well-prepared for secondary school – this agenda is addressed by prioritising both well-being and learning. All children are taught phonics through the Read Write Inc. scheme and additional investments have been made in high-quality guided reading, writing and numeracy resources. In addition, we offer a range of extra-curricular activities and a variety of opportunities to develop a broad and enriching learning experience for all pupils.
High expectations are made of all pupils to achieve and attain the very best outcomes. Visitors to the school often comment on its calm and focused, yet enjoyable, learning environment. Strong community links, supportive and engaged parents and families help to contribute to the school’s welcoming and positive atmosphere.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
Benefits include:
* Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
* Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
* Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
* Access to training and development
* On-site Parking
* Enhanced Maternity Pay
* Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
* Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
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