Teaching Assistant

Brompton Academy, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 5HT

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  10 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £18,163.00 - £19,480.00 Annually (Actual) £24,729 - £26,523 Annually (FTE)

Teaching Assistant job summary

About the Role

At University of Kent Academies Trust, we are seeking a dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant to join our team at Brompton Academy.

This is a permanent, term time role of 32.5 hours per week and offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people who require additional support to access learning and achieve their full potential.

You will work closely with teachers and colleagues to support students in a range of settings, including whole class support, one to one, and small group work. The role includes contributing to the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities, as well as monitoring, assessing, recording, and reporting on student progress.

We are looking for someone who is confident, resilient, approachable, and an effective communicator. You will build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents or carers, demonstrating a strong commitment to raising achievement and promoting student wellbeing. This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive and ambitious team focused on helping every student succeed.

Why Work at UKAT?

Join a supportive and dynamic Trust offering competitive pay, Apple technology, modern working environments, and excellent professional development opportunities. Staff benefit from a strong wellbeing package including health cover, gym access, mental health support, and a vibrant community with clubs, events, and social activities.

How to Apply

Your application should be completed after carefully reading the job description and person specification. Please use the application form to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role and why you would be a strong candidate.

We are committed to attracting and retaining top talent within our inclusive Trust and welcome applications from all members of the community. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Interviews will commence from Monday 15th March 2026

We review applications as they are received and reserve the right to interview suitable candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. Early applications are encouraged. For all enquiries, please contact the UKAT Recruitment Coordinator.

The University of Kent 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 subject to the provisions of Keeping Children Safe in Education and involves regulated activity with children. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. In line with statutory guidance, the Trust will also conduct an online search for shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence. This search will be carried out by trained staff, and any relevant information may be discussed at interview. Candidates will not be disadvantaged for having limited or no online presence.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The University of Kent 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. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is intended to help us identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Brompton Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1382 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Brompton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/brompton-academy

Brompton Academy is an extremely popular oversubscribed academy with a 400+ Adult learner education programme. We have fantastic new buildings, with outstanding facilities, and Apple technologies for all, enabling us to enhance and support cutting edge learning strategies required for continuous improvement. Brompton Academy is proud of its comprehensive website and would encourage applicants to visit for further
information.

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