Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their very best? Featherby Partnerships School (part of the Maritime Academy Trust) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside teachers and staff to support children's learning, development, and wellbeing in a welcoming, community-focused school., As a Teaching Assistant at Featherby, you'll play an important role in the classroom-helping to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment where every child can thrive. From supporting literacy and numeracy, to building pupils' confidence and resilience, you'll make a meaningful difference in their learning journey every single day.

• Confident in literacy and numeracy, able to support learning effectively.
• Experienced in working with primary-aged children (desirable but not essential).
• A strong communicator who thrives in a team environment.
• Reflective, professional, and keen to develop their own practice.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
  
  Hours: 32.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Time Time Only: 39 weeks per year Start Date: ASAP Actual Salary: Medway D2 Point 4 - 11 £21,567.34 - £24,530.81 Actual Salary, At Featherby, we pride ourselves on being a nurturing and ambitious school where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential-and every staff member is valued. As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we foster collaboration and provide real opportunities for growth.
Here's what you can expect:
• Work-life balance with term-time only hours.
• A welcoming, family-centred environment, where everyone plays a key role
• Bespoke training and CPD, with online learning through LearnUpon and in-person sessions
• 1:1 digital devices and tools, supporting confidence in the classroom and for admin support
• Access to well-developed outdoor learning spaces, used to enhance the school experience
• Experience within our inclusive SEND provision, supporting a wide range of needs
• Clear pathways for career progression within the school and Trust.
• National terms and conditions, including the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Staff wellbeing initiatives and Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Ready to Make a Difference?