- School type
- Academy, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 320 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Gordons Children's Academy, Junior website

Teaching Assistant
More than one location, The Thinking Schools Academy TrustThis job expired on 14 July 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
14 July 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
3 July 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £18,507 - £21,566 for hours and weeks stated
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Gordon Children’s Academy are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their team in supporting the class teacher in the teaching and welfare of pupils, promoting positive behaviour patterns, raising self-esteem and improving independent working in pupils to assist in their education and growth. The successful candidate will assist the teacher with observation and monitoring of the progress of pupils, maintaining accurate records of interventions with pupils, together with detailing their progress and achievement. They will also, under the direction of the teacher, prepare differentiated work and materials for pupils’ use, display work and resources.
There may be a requirement to work with pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans or additional educational needs throughout the Key Stages. There may also be a requirement to administer First Aid, subject to appropriate training.
What the school offers its staff
What our Trust will offer you:
- Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.
- Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources and mentoring.
- Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities.
- Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy and Rochester Grammar School, and from September 2024 Maritime Academy in Frindsbury.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
- Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
- TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About the schools
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Essex, Hampshire and the South West.
We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:
o Think about their Thinking
o Be their Best self
o Shape their Success
In this way we transform life chances
School Details
Gordons Children's Academy, Junior
Gordons Children's Academy, Infant
- School type
- Academy, ages 5 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 163 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 7
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Gordons Children's Academy, Infant website
Arranging a visit to The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk.
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