Teaching Assistant - Term Time

The Duke of York's Royal Military School, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-6918-59S
• Posted:05/07/2022
• Pay:£14,140 pa and allowance £3,179 pa for tutor role
• Start Date:06/09/2022
• App Close Date:26/07/2022 at 09:00
• Interviews:tbc

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Teaching Assistant - Term Time role
A role working one to one with a male teenage student on a daily basis, so ideally this would suit a male candidate. You will need to be flexible, patient and able to work with different special needs and support other students. As well having Mathematics & English to GCSE Grade C or equivalent, able to swim and experience of Cerebral Palsy &/or physical difficulty would be an advantage.
Hours: 37.5per week, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 0800 till 1700 hrs, Wednesday, Friday and Saturdays 0800 till 1235 hours term time only. The successful candidate will be required to play an active role in boarding School life which may include tutoring, sports, clubs and activities during the day, evenings and at weekends.
Salary: £14,140 per annum for working 35 weeks and paid for 40 weeks. Plus, a DOYRMS allowance is payable of £3,179 per annum payable for the House Tutor role. Opportunity to join the local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit), parking, free lunches, and excellent sports facilities.

Closing date: 0800 Tuesday 26 July Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be notified by e-mail.
An application form & further details about the role can be located on the School’s website www.doyrms.com , emailing jane.willis@doyrms.com or 01304 245027. CVs will not be accepted

The School is 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). As a School we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from anyone regardless of ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, trade union activity, marital status, religious belief or sexual orientation.

Information about the school

Established in 1803 by His Royal Highness Frederick, Duke of York, The Duke of York's Royal Military School has a rich history rooted in educating the children of military personnel. Originally located in Chelsea, the School relocated to its current site in Dover, Kent, in 1909.

Today, the School offers full, weekly, and flexi boarding options for over 500 students aged 11 to 18. Operating on an independent School model, it provides high-quality education, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and outstanding facilities.

The School enjoys academic success way above the national average with well over half of all of grades being A* – B, BTEC with an average of Distinction, and 85% achieving A – C grades. 95% of students move on to university, with 73% achieving their aspirational first choice and 40% moving to Oxbridge and Russell group universities. Ranked in the top 5% of Schools nationally, students make outstanding progress at GCSE, achieving over two-thirds of a grade higher than the national average. The progress students make during their time at the School is a significant strength. Factors contributing to high academic standards include supervised prep, Saturday morning lessons, small class sizes, and proactive encouragement for each student to achieve their best. The School operates on an independent model, with a dynamic schedule that includes Saturday morning classes and afternoon activities such as sports and performances.

The School's aim is to provide an all-round education with an academic focus, encapsulated in the Dukies; motto: "Looking forward with confidence, looking back with pride." An extensive co-curricular programme with over 60 clubs and societies offers a wide range of opportunities, exposing students to new experiences and setting them apart as they embark on their next life stages, well-equipped with essential skills for success.

The Duke of York's Royal Military School continues to honour its rich heritage while embracing innovation, providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and personally.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Phoebe Abbott
• Address:The Duke Of York's, Royal Military School, Guston, Dover, Kent, CT15 5EQ
• Telephone: 01304 245023
• Email: recruitment@doyrms.com