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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Job details
Posting date: 09 October 2025
Salary: £25,127 per year, pro rata
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 08 November 2025
Location: Smarden, Ashford
Remote working: On-site only
Company: TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust)
Job type: Temporary
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Summary

We are looking for an inspirational Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) 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 is a fixed term contract until 22nd July 2026

This 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.

You will be extremely well supported, working alongside a devoted and inspiring 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.

We are looking for 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

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