Teaching Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a confident and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our thriving academy, starting as soon as possible. This is an ideal role for those who genuinely have a passion for helping children, particularly with learning difficulties. Ideally, the successful candidate will have the relevant qualification and/or experience working with children in an education setting. Our children come from a range of backgrounds and cultures and their needs are diverse. Behaviour for learning is outstanding, resulting in a positive and fulfilling work experience.

Leigh Academy Hartley is a happy, thriving and "OUTSTANDING" (Ofsted rated) primary school based in Kent. We inspire our children to aim high and succeed, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge for the future. We promote understanding, respect and tolerance for each other. Our School vision is for 'Happy Positive Achievers, creating a better world together' and we want to be able to provide all the support our children need to achieve this both emotionally and academically. We have an amazing team of teachers and teaching assistants and we have recently been accredited as an IB World School , giving us scope to teach in a creative way. We also have extensive grounds and wooded areas that are used for teaching, with every class having some Outdoor Learning each week.

Our aim is to create a positive, stimulating and happy learning environment with spacious buildings and grounds, enabling children to succeed and realise their full potential. We promote their academic, spiritual, moral, cultural and physical development to prepare them for future opportunities, responsibilities and experiences.

We are committed to providing all children with the same opportunities, regardless of gender, race, creed or culture. We are wholly committed to creating a learning environment which is safe and secure, stimulating and exciting, in order that our children come to school with a feeling of anticipation and enthusiasm.

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits., This is a fixed-term opportunity until July 2027 and the actual salary is £17,813 per annum (£25,166 full-time equivalent), working 8:30am - 3:45pm on a Monday to Friday with a 1 hour lunch break.