Kent College employs over 200 people in both teaching and non-teaching positions. The school excels in adding value both academically and pastorally and the highly skilled, dedicated and passionate staff are the driving force behind this.
We are delighted to welcome applications from candidates who share our core values and who are able to contribute to our continued future success. We recruit staff of the highest calibre who will inspire, support and challenge the pupils, and fellow colleagues, to achieve their full potential.
Set in 75 acres of beautiful countryside in Pembury, on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells. The school campus enjoys excellent facilities, including two indoor sports halls, indoor swimming pool, floodlit Astro, state of the art 200 seat theatre, modern science block, art studios and a Sixth Form centre.
All applications should be sent to HR@kentcollege.kent.sch.uk.
Employee Benefits
- School fee discount
- 1:1 devices for teaching staff
- Meals and refreshments provided during term time working hours
- A focus on Health and Wellbeing
- Cycle to work scheme
- Ongoing professional training and leadership development opportunities
1:1 Teaching Assistant (SEN) - 3 days a week
Apply NowWe have a rare and exciting opportunity to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our highly collaborative and supportive SEN team. As a member of the SEN Team, the 1:1 teaching assistant will work, as directed by the SENCO, to fulfil the provision outlined in an EHCP, specific details of provision to be discussed at interview. The successful candidate will be providing 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with emotional and practical interventions, to cover needs in all areas of the pupil’s daily school experience, working collaboratively with teachers and teaching assistants.
The 1:1 Teaching Assistant will be able to encourage the pupil to become an independent learner, whilst providing appropriate support for the pupil with special educational needs. This role would suit an experienced teaching assistant seeking the next step in their career.
We are looking for someone who:
· Has experience of working with pupils in school for a minimum of 2 years
· Has experience working with children who have similar special educational needs and disabilities.
Closing date: Monday 29 June 2026 by Midday by Midday
Candidates are encouraged to apply well before the deadline. We reserve the right to interview candidates before the closing date.
The completed application form, including the names and addresses of two referees, CV and a letter of application should be sent to the Head, Miss Katrina Handford via hr@kentcollege.kent.sch.uk
Salary: £9,688.44
19.5 hours per week. Term time only. The role is for a specific pupil one to one.
Pembury
1:1 Teaching Assistant (SEN) - 2 days a week
Apply NowWe have a rare and exciting opportunity to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our highly collaborative and supportive SEN team. As a member of the SEN Team, the 1:1 teaching assistant will work, as directed by the SENCO, to fulfil the provision outlined in an EHCP, specific details of provision to be discussed at interview. The successful candidate will be providing 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with emotional and practical interventions, to cover needs in all areas of the pupil’s daily school experience, working collaboratively with teachers and teaching assistants.
The 1:1 Teaching Assistant will be able to encourage the pupil to become an independent learner, whilst providing appropriate support for the pupil with special educational needs. This role would suit an experienced teaching assistant.
We are looking for someone who:
· Has experience of working with pupils in school for a minimum of 2 years
· Has experience working with children who have similar special educational needs and disabilities
Closing date: Monday 29 June 2026 by Midday by Midday
Candidates are encouraged to apply well before the deadline. We reserve the right to interview candidates before the closing date.
The completed application form, including the names and addresses of two referees, CV and a letter of application should be sent to the Head, Miss Katrina Handford via hr@kentcollege.kent.sch.uk
Salary: £6,459.83
The role will be 13 hours per week (2 days), term time only; The role is for a specific pupil one to one.
Pembury