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Teaching Assistant ( One to One) 2 X Positions Available - Term Time

The Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-2041-93S
  • Posted:05/07/2022
  • Pay:KR3
  • Start Date:1st September 2022
  • App Close Date:15/07/2022 at 12:00
  • Interviews:18th July 2022

Advert

We are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic one2one Teaching Assistants  as part of a team that are continually working together under the school motto of 'Love Jesus, Love Learning, Love Each Other.  

These are temporary position as the role will be linked to funding for the pupil' while the pupil remains in school the funding remains available.  Hours are 5 days per week, 28.75 hrs per week. ( 8.45am - 3.15pm) The roles starts  following completion of required Safer Recruitment checks including an Enhanced DBS clearance in September 2022. 

This role is ideal for an enthusiastic individual who can demonstrate a proactive willingness to learn and who is passionate about helping children to achieve their potential outcome; a strong team player with good time management skills who is willing to take direction from the class teacher and is capable of helping to develop resilient, confident pupils with a growth mindset.   

We would stongly encourage applicants who have knowledge of phonics support and who may be RWI trained. However, while applicants with experience are prefered, an applicant is not required to have Teaching Assistant experience but does need to demonstrate experience of working in a child-orientated learning environment and a willingness to undertake specific training within the role.

Pay rate will be Kent Range 3 (£18,867 per annum)and will be an actual gross annual salary of £ 12,286 per annum based on 38 working weeks (42 weeks including holiday entitlement) but paid over 52 weeks.

Applicants will be required to complete an English and Maths exercise as part of the interview assessment process as well as a practical task in class.

We would warmly invite you to visit our friendly school to allow you to appreciate our inclusive Catholic ethos and our beautiful grounds; please contact the school in term time to arrange a tour.  Please contact the school office on 01622 756778 should you require additional information. Information can also be found via the school website: www.holyfamily.kent.sch.uk

Please be aware that this advert is also advertised internally. In the event of multiple applications this advert may close early.

We look forward to welcoming you to our school!

Information about the school

‘Love Jesus, Love Learning, Love Each Other’

Holy Family benefits hugely by being part of the Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP). We are a ‘GOOD’ school (Ofsted - Oct’ 2023). https://www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk/school/140980/the-holy-family-catholic-primary-school

We recognise that every pupil – and every member of our community – is unique and precious to God. With a Catholic ethos at our very core, we aim to create an ambitious, supportive and nurturing atmosphere where all can flourish.

We have the highest expectations for behaviour at Holy Family; our pupils are friendly, polite and generous towards everyone they meet. At the heart of our local community, we value the partnerships we have developed with parents, carers and the local parish, knowing that we are all educators together.

Our dedicated team work extremely hard to ensure that all pupils have the opportunity to reach their full potential. We know that pupils learn what they live, and as such, bespoke to our learners, we offer a wide range of curriculum experiences and a stimulating learning environment so that all can develop a love and enthusiasm for learning.

Ultimately, we endeavour to develop the whole child in the eyes of God and prepare each one of our pupils academically, emotionally and socially to thrive and succeed, both now and in the future.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Nicola Knight
  • Address:Bicknor Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9PS
  • Telephone: (01622) 756778
  • Email: nknight@kcsp.org.uk

Fax: 01622 662983

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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.