Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 15 May 2026
• Salary: £25,316 to £26,378 per year
• Additional salary information: £17,733 - £18,477 Pro Rata
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 31 May 2026
• Location: BN10 8RB
• Remote working: On-site only
• Company: Swale Academies Trust
• Job type: Permanent

Summary

• Peacehaven Community School
• £25,316 - £26,378 FTE - SAT B
• £17,733 - £18,477 Pro Rata
• 30 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 SDD (39 weeks)
• Fixed Term until December 2026
• Start Date - July 2026
• Interview Date - w/c 8th June 2026

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and experienced Teaching Assistant (fixed term, until December 2026).

Candidates will be talented, dynamic and will challenge and motivate our students to get the very best meaningful outcomes.

Please note that interviews may be held prior to the application closing date.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

This school is also committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS check and the post may be offered only on receipt of two good references.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme - with a generous employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme - Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Nicky Channon, SENDCo, nicky.channon@swale.at or .

Applications should be made by submitting a SAT Application Form to pcs-recruitment@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or .

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

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Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and experienced Teaching Assistant (fixed term, until December 2026). Candidates will be talented, dynamic and will challenge and motivate our students to get the very best meaningful outcomes. Please note that interviews may be held prior to the application closing date. This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression. We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. This school is also committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS check and the post may be offered only on receipt of two good references. Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme - with a generous employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme - Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme