Drapers Mills Primary Academy, Margate, Kent
Education - non-teaching
Term time
Fixed Term Contract
(Y)Our Opportunity
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Inclusion Support 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.
The Inclusion Support 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.
(Fixed term contract until 31/08/2026)
As the Inclusion Support 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.
The ideal Inclusion Support 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
As the Inclusion Support 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 Drapers Mills Primary Academy
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 Drapers Mills so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01843 223989 or email [email protected]
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.
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