Early Years Teaching Assistant

1 week ago

Canterbury CT AY, United Kingdom KING'S SCHOOL CANTERBURY Full time £28,000 - £42,000 per year

37.5 Hours per week / 36 Weeks per year

£12.42 to £15.11 per hour + 16.5% holiday pay

Based in the Kent countryside and close to the Cathedral city of Canterbury, Junior King's is one of the most prestigious prep schools in the country. Within the heart of the school lies a strong sense of community. We recognise that every child has different strengths and talents, and we pride ourselves on nurturing and helping pupils to reach their true potential.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our Pre-Prep team. This full-time, permanent role (37.5 hours per week, 36 weeks per year) involves supporting children's learning and wellbeing in the Nursery.

The successful candidate will:

  • Bring previous experience of working with or caring for children (ideally in an educational setting).
  • Have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Be flexible, patient, and committed to supporting children's learning and welfare.
  • Show a willingness to undertake relevant training, including safeguarding.
  • Ideally hold a Teaching Assistant qualification and/or experience in phonics, reading support or early years practice (though not essential).

Key responsibilities include:

  • Being a key person to children within the Nursery.
  • Assisting in lessons and supporting children's learning across the curriculum.
  • Supervising children during break and lunchtimes.
  • Contributing to displays, planning and general classroom support.
  • Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children at all times.

For further information and to apply online, please visit: Current Job Vacancies
• The King's School, Canterbury Closing date for receipt of applications: 21 November 2025. Interview Date: 26 November 2025.

The King's School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.42-£15.11 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Gym membership
  • On-site gym

Work Location: In person

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