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Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant - Part-time

Tiger Primary School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-2008-148S
  • Posted:25/05/2022
  • Pay:£13,485 per annum (£18,400 FTE)
  • Start Date:September 2022
  • App Close Date:10/06/2022 at 12:00
  • Interviews:TBC

Advert

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Tiger Primary School for a KS2 Teaching Assistant, to work 32.5 hours per week for 38 weeks per year.

Here at Tiger Primary School we truly value all of our support staff. We will nurture your career and support you in your chosen path. For some, becoming a teacher is the desire, for others it may be a Forest Schools practitioner, and for many, it is being the best Classroom Teaching Assistant they can possibly be.

We are looking for someone, who:

  • Loves children and supporting them in being the best they can be
  • Has a good knowledge of the KS2 Primary Curriculum
  • Has a growth mindset and a positive attitude towards life
  • Wants to have a positive impact upon the learning of our children
  • Is dedicated to their own learning and development
  • Is resilient, creative and full of enthusiasm

In return we offer:

  • A happy, welcoming school where all are valued
  • Wonderful children
  • A team of people who all want the best for the children
  • A school that supports your own professional development.

A high level of Reading, Writing and Maths is essential, along with experience of improving outcomes for pupils both academically and emotionally.
Tiger Primary are looking for a person who is determined to secure the absolute best for each pupil and will work hard to ensure our pupils are the best version of themselves possible.

Tours of the school are welcome, but not essential. Please contact the school on 01622 745166 and ask to speak with Karen Thorpe to arrange a visit.

Only applications submitted by the school application process will be considered, we are unable to accept CVs.

 Future Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification and will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure. We particularly welcome applicants from under- represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Future Schools Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All members of staff are expected to share and adhere to this commitment.

Information about the school

At Tiger Cubs Day Nursery, we are dedicated to meeting the needs of the children in our care, as well as their families. To ensure we provide the very best service, we strive to achieve the goals set by the national Early Years Foundation Stage; alongside our ethos, we are creating moments that matter by providing a safe, warm, loving and caring environment where your child can progress steadily through the various stages of their development.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. At Future Schools Trust we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual's unique talents and perspectives are valued and can thrive. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.

What's In It For You? A vibrant and exciting place to work A friendly and supportive environment An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualifications The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff. A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available. An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Future Schools Trust HR Recruitment Team
  • Address:Boughton Lane, Loose, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9QL
  • Telephone: 01622 745166
  • Email: officetps@tigerprimary.com

Documents

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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.