Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Dartford Bridge Community Primary School, Dartford

• Ref:KCC886-2117-184S
• Posted:20/07/2022
• Pay:KR3 - £19293 FTE
• Start Date:September 2022
• App Close Date:15/08/2022 at 12:00
• Interviews:w/c 22nd August 2022

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Teaching Assistant 

(12 Month Fixed term contract)

Dartford Bridge Community Primary School is looking to appoint someone who has the ability to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils through quality teaching and creative learning experiences. Supporting pupils with complex learning needs.

We are looking to appoint a dynamic, passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant who is an innovative individual with high expectations of achievement and behaviour, and has the skills to be an inspiring and excellent role model to our learners. 

Successful candidates will be experienced and successful Teaching Assistants who enjoy working in a team and taking responsibility. You will benefit from opportunities for further professional development and career progression. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to inclusive principles and be committed to safeguarding children and young people.

Visits to the school or telephone conversations with the Headteacher are encouraged and appointments for this can be made by emailing headteacher@dbcps.kent.sch.uk

Dartford Bridge Community Primary School is committed to the safeguarding of all its pupils, you will therefore be subject to an enhanced disclosure process, along with two written reference requests, one from you most recent employer.

32.5hrs hours per week, Mon-Fri, term time plus 5 inset days

Interview Date: w/c 22nd August 2022

Start Date: September 2022

Contact: headteacher@dbcps.kent.sch.uk

Information about the school

Welcome to Dartford Bridge Community Primary School

At DBCPS, we are committed to providing every child with the very best education, built on the foundations of independence, determination, and self-belief. Our BRIDGE values are at the heart of everything we do:

• Believe in yourself
• Respect each other
• Show Independence
• Be Determined
• Grow together
• Demonstrate Excellence
• These values shape our culture and guide our pupils to become confident, resilient learners.

Our Approach

We offer an engaging, creative curriculum that inspires curiosity and encourages children to become life-long learners, well-prepared for their future as self-motivated and independent citizens of the world. As a true community school, we build strong relationships with families and work in partnership to ensure every child is supported to thrive.

Our Community

Located on The Bridge Learning and Community Campus, we are proud to be part of a dynamic local community. We actively seek opportunities to build both local and international links, enriching learning and promoting global citizenship.

Why Work With Us

Joining Dartford Bridge means joining a team that values collaboration, creativity and care. Here’s what you can expect:

• Professional development tailored to your ambitions
• A supportive environment where your voice matters
• Opportunities to shape the future of education in our community
• A strong network to share learning, expertise and resources
• Family-friendly policies and wellbeing initiatives
• Practical steps to reduce teacher workload
• Regular feedback and tailored CPD
• Dedicated colleagues for pastoral care, welfare, safeguarding and pedagogy
• Being welcomed and valued for who you are
• Workplace pensions through Local Government and Teachers’ Pensions
• A future-focused commitment to sustainability and preparing pupils—and staff—for a changing world

We are incredibly proud of our school and warmly invite you to visit us. Come and see for yourself what makes DBCPS such a special place to learn and grow.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS and relevant checks in line with KCSIE and trust policy. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment processes where needed.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Sarah Smith
• Address:Dartford Bridge Community Primary School, Birdwood Avenue, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5GB
• Telephone: 01322470678
• Email: sarah.smith@dbcps.kent.sch.uk

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• Job Description