Welfare Assistant/Teaching/Child Support

Overview

We are looking to appoint a Welfare Assistant to support the class teacher in the teaching and welfare of students to enable them to progress towards their individual targets. Welfare Assistants are required to tend to the personal hygiene or physical needs of students. A patient, tolerant, sympathetic, yet firm manner is essential. Good literacy, numeracy and organisational skills are important. The successful candidate must also be in sympathy with the Catholic Ethos and Mission of the school.

Salary & Benefits

Kent Range KSB (pro rata £10654 per annum)
Plus Welfare allowance of £668 pro rata per annum
18 hours per week
39 weeks per annum

Location

St Anselm's Catholic School, Canterbury
Old Dover Road
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 3EN

Job Description and Role Information

• Job Description and Role Information 

Deadline and how to apply

Please apply by midday on 14th October 2025 via Kent Teach. 

Equal opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our Trust is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment where all individuals are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We actively promote equality across all areas of employment and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of our staff—including a strong focus on mental health, family-friendly policies, and inclusive practices that reflect the richness of our school communities.

Together, we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the children and families we serve.

Job reference: SACWA01