Job Description

About Us

Please note that this is a Fixed Term Contract Role coming to an end on 25th July 2026.

(Y)Our Opportunity

We are looking for an innovative and inspirational Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and collaborative team. You will assist in the delivery of engaging and innovative teaching within the classroom, on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Working with the teacher you will assist with the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies to ensure provisions support individual learning needs.


This role as a Teaching Assistant is no ordinary job, this is an opportunity to be part of something amazing, to inspire children and really make a difference. It's not necessarily your experience that we're most interested in, it's your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.


As a Teaching Assistant you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a passionate team of teachers. This is a great role for someone who is looking to take their first steps into an exciting and rewarding career in education.

As 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

At Portfield,

we care about people. Our aim is to help everyone in our school community to be great so that the world can be an even better place.


We 'aim high' in all aspects of life - morally, socially and academically. We have a deep desire to develop people with a strong moral compass because we believe that 'how' you achieve something is just as important as 'what' you achieve.


To discover what makes Portfield so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01243 783939 or email office@portfield-tkat.org

Job Details

Salary:

Grade 4 Point 5 17,240.47 estimated actual (25,484.00 FTE)

Contract Type:

Fixed Term until 25th July 2026

Working Pattern:

30h per week, Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 3.00pm

Interviews:

18th September 2025

What You Need to Succeed

The ideal Teaching Assistant will be someone who is:

A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children

Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting

Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

Consistent in a calm and fair approach

Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities

Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential

Further Information

Portfield Primary Academyand West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

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.

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.

Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse

TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.

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.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please follow the link from the attached document to TKAT's career's page.



Job Reference: SCHO00886