Teaching Assistant
Wickham Common Primary School, West Wickham, Kent, BR4 9DG4 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
11 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
4 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £25,703.00 - £27,262.00 Annually (FTE) Bromley Localised BR5 SP 13 to17
Teaching Assistant job summary
Hours & Pay:
30 hours per week; Monday to Friday; 38 weeks per year; Actual pay from £17,877.61 pa.
Key Purpose:
To be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, under the leadership and supervision of the teacher/senior staff: work with individuals/groups to support the learning and physical/general care of pupils, including those with SEND; enable access to learning for pupils and assist the teacher in the support of pupils and the classroom.
The successful applicant will:
- Have experience of working with children across the primary phase
- Have the skills to support the learning, social interaction and welfare of individual pupils with a range of needs.
- Support the class teacher to provide the best opportunities and outcomes for our children
- Be motivated, flexible and understanding
- Have a willingness and enthusiasm to develop new skills
About the Trust:
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is an inclusive and values‑driven Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for every child, every day. Each of our schools is unique, bringing its own strengths and expertise to benefit the wider learning community, and we actively promote individuality within a culture of intentional collaboration.
Our work is underpinned by a strong moral purpose and our shared values of beingrespectful, resilient, and resourceful. We are passionate about diversity and recognise that everyone brings something unique to their role, regardless of any protected characteristics. We are committed to equality, fairness, and non‑discrimination across all recruitment and employment practices.
Safeguarding and Employment Checks
Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, along with other relevant pre‑employment checks, including an online search. References will be requested prior to interview for shortlisted candidates where possible and permitted.
The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should sufficient applications be received; early applications are therefore encouraged.
What we can offer you:
We recognise the importance of professional recognition, job satisfaction, and work-life balance, and we offer:
- Genuine investment in professional development and future career progression
- Opportunities to contribute to Trust‑wide initiatives within a forward‑thinking organisation
- Peer‑to‑peer networking, collaboration, and challenge in a supportive environment
- Supportive and engaged Governors, Trustees, and a professional Central Team
- Engaged parents and proactive PTAs
- A comprehensive staff reward and wellbeing package
We are a passionate and committed team, united by a shared vision and determination to do what’s right for children. If you share our values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Together, we can shape a future where every child thrives.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Wickham Common Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 413 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
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