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Teaching Assistant - Full-time

Kemsing Primary School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-2136-37S
  • Posted:16/05/2019
  • Pay:Kent Range 5
  • Start Date:Sep 2019
  • App Close Date:03/06/2019 at 17:00
  • Interviews:Friday 7th June

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Kemsing is a thriving village primary school and a super place to work, where relationships, at all levels, are paramount.  We have a great staff team and our pupils really engage in their learning and care deeply about THEIR school.

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and dynamic individual to work as a teaching assistant in our oversubscribed, one form entry primary school.  The hours of duty are from 8.45-3.15, Monday to Friday, term time only - a total of 28.75 hours per week.

The role involves assisting the class teacher and taking on some regular and occasional cover supervision of the whole class.  As such, we welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience of working with children in a primary school setting.  

This is a temporary post for the 2019-20 academic year, but could become a permanent position the following year.

We can offer you the support of experienced, enthusiastic staff; considerate and respectful pupils and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Kemsing Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We would welcome you to come and visit us to find out more about our school and the role in particular.  Please ring the school office to arrange a visit.

Information about the school

Kemsing Primary is a delightful village school in a very beautiful location set at the foot of the North Downs, yet only 10 minutes from the thriving commuter town of Sevenoaks. The school was established in 1885 although our current buildings are considerably newer!

We are a one form entry school with a current roll of 184 pupils.

We are a central member of our local community and have strong links with our local parish church where we hold Easter, Harvest and Christmas services for the children and their families. Local businesses and community groups support us through the activities of our hard-working PTA, who run a large programme of events each year from the popular village summer fete, through to quizzes and comedy nights. Profits support school projects like the redevelopment of our wonderful swimming pool facilities.

Our dedicated governing body further supports the school with its diverse skill set and has been actively involved over the past year in redesigning our eco wildlife pond and garden and creating a fabulous school library to support our children’s learning. At Kemsing Primary School we encourage parents to be fully involved in their children's education. Our philosophy is one of partnership, where parents and the school work closely together for the benefit of the child.

We treat every child as an individual. We have high expectations that all of our children will excel and reach their full potential. The school prides itself on its welcoming and happy atmosphere and our emphasis is on excellence and enjoyment for all. Our highly committed and talented staff members create a supportive yet challenging environment for our young learners.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Mrs Sue Purkiss
  • Address:West End, Kemsing, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 6PU
  • Telephone: (01732) 761236
  • Email: office@kemsing.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01732) 763237

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.