Teaching Assistant- General or 1:1 - Full-Time - Fixed Term

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3716-150S
• Posted:15/05/2024
• Pay:KR3- £22,227 (Pro rata)
• Start Date:September 2024 (or earlier)
• App Close Date:27/05/2024 at 09:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

We have a vacancy for a full-time teaching assistant in our popular and friendly school. This could be a general classroom teaching assistant or a 1:1 role. The position is for the duration of funding received by the school, with the possibility of being extended or made permanent.

You will have the skills needed to engage individuals and groups of children in effective learning and have an interest in developing children's social skills, showing sensitivity to their individual needs. You will be a highly efficient, flexible and reliable person, able to forge positive relationships with children. You will be energetic, supportive and a positive team player, with a sense of humour and excellent communication skills. The role will require a high degree of emotional literacy and commitment, but has the potential to be hugely rewarding. A willingness to support the Catholic ethos and to contribute to the wider life of the school is essential.  

This post will include morning and lunchtime break duties.

It will be beneficial for candidates to be able to demonstrate experience of supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs and a good understanding of social communication difficulties. SEN and classroom experience are preferable.

We are a one-form entry school where we value everyone as an individual. We offer a happy and supportive team and tailored professional development. We value everyone in our community and offer strong pastoral support to all. 

If you are interested in this position, please get in touch. Visits to the school to meet the staff and children are warmly encouraged!

Information about the school

St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School is a single form entry school, based in Ashford, Kent. The school is set in beautiful eco-friendly grounds that are used effectively to support learning.

OFSTED and our Denominational Inspections (2020) both state that St. Teresa's is a good school.

We are proud to be part of a thriving community, that is well supported by our parents and families and the local parish church. Our children are regularly involved in church life.

As part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership, we are lucky to be able to share best practice with our academy partners. This ensures wonderful support, development and a wide range of opportunities for both children and staff.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Hayley Bennett
• Address:St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Quantock Drive, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8QN
• Telephone: (01233) 622797
• Email: office@st-teresas-ashford.kcsp.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Notes to Applicants
• Consent to Obtain References
• Recruitment Monitoring
• TA Job Description
• Rehabilitation of Offenders