1:1 Teaching Assistant in Year 3 - Part-time

St Peter's CEP School, Tunbridge Wells

• Ref:KCC886-3053-165S
• Posted:22/09/2022
• Pay:Kent Range 3
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:30/09/2022 at 12:00
• Interviews:Week beginning 26th September 2022

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Teaching Assistant (Supporting a child with SEN) 

Are you able to support, motivate and inspire children to achieve their potential in the classroom?

We wish to appoint a professional, dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 child with a Specific Learning Difficulty to access learning in the classroom. The successful candidate will be working as soon as possible and will be well-supported by school staff including the SENCO.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine, professional interest to provide quality teaching to children and is highly motivated by the desire to support them in reaching their full potential
• Is flexible, resilient and can use initiative
• Is organised with good interpersonal skills
• Able to foster and maintain positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents / carers
• Is caring, kind and friendly to all
• Determined to make a difference

Applicants must have Maths and English GCSE Grade C or above. Previous experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs will be a distinct advantage.

The post is for 25 hours a week (9am - 12.15pm and 12.45pm - 2.30pm Monday - Friday), term time only. Salary in accordance with Kent Range 3.

Applications should be made through the www.kent-teach.com website. For further details or to arrange a visit please contact Vicky Jenner, SENCO senco@st-peters.kent.sch.uk 

St Peter’s CEP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure application to the Criminal Records Bureau and check against the ISA-barred list for children.

Information about the school

🌿 Welcome to St Peter’s CE Primary School 🌿
A thriving, inclusive and values-led school community in Tunbridge Wells.

St Peter’s CE Primary School is a happy, successful and oversubscribed one-form entry school with 210 children on roll. Nestled in the picturesque Hawkenbury Village area of Tunbridge Wells, our school enjoys a peaceful setting with far-reaching views, yet remains within walking distance of the town centre. Most of our pupils live locally and walk to school from the surrounding roads, contributing to our strong sense of community. We have parking on site for staff and value ourselves in providing opportunities for staff development.

Our beautiful site includes a forest school, a large field, a multi-use games area, and a stunning new school building completed in 2021. These facilities support a rich and varied curriculum and provide an inspiring environment for learning and play.

At the heart of our ethos are the values of Courage, Compassion and Respect. Visitors often comment on the warm welcome they receive from both pupils and staff, and we are proud of the inclusive, nurturing culture that defines our school.

Our Vision
Built upon courage, compassion and respect, excellence in learning and ambition in teaching, our school lights the way to a world of possibilities.
With relationships at our core, we nurture every individual. Each unique contribution is valued.
All flourish, making a difference as global citizens and as a beacon in our local community.

Our Aims
To achieve our vision, St Peter’s is committed to: - Enabling all children and adults to flourish. - Providing an inclusive educational setting that nurtures the potential of every child. - Supporting a team of enthusiastic, committed staff who embrace new ideas and challenges. - Being a vibrant hub for the local community, with strong links to St Peter's Church.

Our carefully designed curriculum offers a broad and balanced education, enriched with opportunities for academic, physical, social, moral and spiritual development. We also offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities including sport, music, arts and wellbeing, helping every child to thrive.

To learn more about our school and being part of our vibrant staff team, please visit our https://www.st-peters.kent.sch.uk. Our newsletters provide a wonderful insight into school life and the many exciting things we do.

Come and Visit Us
If you’re interested in joining our team or learning more about the role we are currently recruiting for, we warmly invite you to get in touch and arrange a tour. We welcome everyone who feels this could be the opportunity they’ve been looking for.

St Peter’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and follows safer recruitment practices. Further information about our safeguarding policies is available on our website.

We may interview suitable candidates before the advertised closing date.

📧 For enquiries, please email: finance@st-peters.kent.sch.uk or call 01892525727

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Joanna Langton
• Address:Hawkenbury Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN25BW
• Telephone: 01892525727
• Email: admin@st-peters.kent.sch.uk