Teaching Assistant

Join Featherby Partnerships School as a Teaching Assistant Make a real difference—every day, every child, every moment 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 £19,569.37 - £22,258.64 Actual Salary 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. About The Role 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. Who You Are We are looking to appoint someone who is: Passionate about supporting children to succeed.

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.

What We Offer 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? We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Featherby Infant & Junior School so special. Please contact the school office on 01634 231984 to arrange. You’ll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached. Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay! Featheryby School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.