Job Description

Salmestone Primary School, Margate, Kent


Education - non-teaching


Term time


Fixed Term Contract

(Y)Our Opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and proactive

EYFS Teaching Assistant

to join our supportive and collaborative team, across our nursery and reception classes. You will encourage our children to be unique, foster their curiosity and support them on a journey of discovery enabling them to be inquisitive and confident learners.
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant you'll immerse yourself with our stimulating Early Years Foundation Stage and engage in learning through creative play. The ability to sing in tune is not necessary; however, the ability to sing out of tune in front of children is essential.
You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team of practitioners and teachers. It's not necessarily the length of your experience as an EYFS Teaching Assistant that were most interested in, it's your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

This is a fixed term contract until 31/08/2026

The ideal EYFS Teaching Assistant will be someone who is:

A great communicator and team player with excellent interpersonal skills Committed to helping develop an exciting and nurturing learning environment with indoor and outdoor activities Passionate about education and has the ability to plan for children's development Able to observe and plan activities for children in a small group Able to write accurate and effective assessments, which reflect the needs, interests and stages of development of the child

As an EYFS Teaching Assistant we know you're going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you

:A comprehensive induction programme Excellent ongoing CPD Progression: If career development is your thing, we offer opportunities into teaching through our TKAT SCITT programme Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change Access to trust resources and materials Cycle to work scheme TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts Free eye tests Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

About Salmestone Primary School

Our staff team is committed to providing a secure, happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community, to find out more visit our school website.

To discover what makes Salmestone so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01843 220949 or email office@salmestone-tkat.org

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the

#oneTKATfamily

, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration;

'achieving more together'

, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Flexible working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.