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1:1 Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Chartham Primary School, Canterbury

  • Ref:KCC886-2259-243S
  • Posted:21/06/2022
  • Pay:KR3
  • Start Date:1st September 2022
  • App Close Date:06/07/2022 at 12:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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At Chartham Primary School, we want to make learning fun, challenging and relevant, taking advantage of our unique setting and engaging all children in a curriculum which builds on skills and experiences. 

We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with pupils with special educational needs, to support their personalised learning and social development. It is essential that you are adaptable, flexible, and ready to respond to the needs of the child. 

We have an outstanding opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant, who puts the children at the heart of everything they do and understands the importance of educating the whole child within a creative and innovative school setting.  

Experience supporting children with additional needs (for example ASC) would be advantageous. Your numeracy and literacy will be of a high enough standard to support and extend children throughout the primary age range. You will be able to communicate effectively with children and adults, have a flexible attitude, a good sense of humour, and be friendly and approachable. Good time management and the ability to work on your own initiative are essential.  

 Responsibilities will include:   

  • The 1:1 support of a pupil across all areas of the curriculum  
  • Regular feedback and liaison with the class teacher and parents
  • Keeping records of progress
  • Working closely with other members of staff to give and receive support 
  • Preparing resources and some administrative work 
  • Lunch and playground duty 

We can offer you training, a friendly and supportive environment and an experienced mentor to welcome and guide you in the role. 

The postholder is required to work for 38 weeks per year. In addition, the postholder will receive a payment in respect of their pro rata entitlement to Annual Leave appropriate to their grade, Bank Holidays and the KCC concessionary day. 

Closing date is 6th July 2022. Application process may be closed earlier than specified, based on applications received. 

We welcome tours of our school. 

 

Information about the school

Overview of Inspira Academy Trust

The Inspira Academy Trust is a small MAT comprising currently of 2 schools within Canterbury in Kent.

Our Mission is to:

  • Create a welcoming environment in our schools where everyone feels happy, safe, included and are empowered to develop and practice independence.

  • Instil a love of learning and encourage pride in all achievements through the foundations of a high quality curriculum.

Our Vision is to:

  • Be a high performing trust with uncompromising standards and high expectations.
  • Champion learning at the centre of our communities.

  • Promote and ensure the well-being and safeguarding of pupils at all times so they feel secure, happy and safe.

  • Enrich learning through engaging indoor and outdoor environments.

  • Have passionate, high quality staff who encourage a love of learning, evoke curiosity and stimulate imagination.

  • Enable pupils to achieve their potential, be well prepared for the next stage of their education and instil aspirations for their futures.

  • To offer opportunity for all through the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion whilst challenging social injustice and inequality enabling bright futures for all.

Our Way is to:

  • Be guided by our key values; perseverance, kindness, respect, honesty and fairness.

  • Make learning fun, challenging and stimulating, using a creative and cutting edge curriculum.

  • Provide an atmosphere where pupils and staff feel safe, secure and valued and are empowered to achieve their full potential.

  • Be a family of schools strengthened by the support from parents/carers, children and the wider school community.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Jamie Noble, Headteacher
  • Address:Shalmsford Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT4 7QN
  • Telephone: (01227) 738225
  • Email: hr@inspiraacademy.co.uk

Fax: (01227) 732175

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.