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Early Years Teaching Assistant for Nursery - Maternity

Ashford Oaks Primary School, Ashford

  • Ref:KCC886-3909-345S
  • Posted:28/11/2022
  • Pay:KR4 Pro Rata
  • Start Date:January 2023
  • App Close Date:04/12/2022 at 12:00
  • Interviews:08/12/22

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Ashford Oaks is a fantastic school with a great team spirit and we are keen for a highly skilled and versatile Early Years Teaching Assistant to join us. Applicants should have at least an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in both Maths and English (GCSE C grade). In addition, it is desirable that the candidate has CACHE Level 3 in Early Years. Applicants must have had substantial recent experience in either a school or nursery setting. This position is ideally full time but part time may be considered. Previous applicants need not apply.

The children of Ashford Oaks say:

"Ashford Oaks is looking for a TA! We would like a caring person who understands our needs. They should be friendly and fun, firm but fair. They must know their subjects so they can help us learn.”

“I would like our new TA to be nice and easy to talk to so that they can listen and help you when you have a problem”

“A good TA needs to inspire us!”

“They should always have a smile to brighten people’s mood".

As you can see, our children know what they want!

Their contribution is vital but so is yours which can make a real difference to the lives of our children, many of which come from a challenging area. Our ethos is simple, ‘Love the children as your own.’

To see for yourself everything that Ashford Oaks has to offer please visit our website where you can access virtual tours.

For more information please contact Mrs Sarah-Jane Sullivan, School Business Leader, on 01233 631259, or visit the school’s website www.ashfordoaks.kent.sch.uk 

The post is offered initially offerd on a fixed term contract at 30 hours per week term time (39 weeks per year) Monday - Friday. Hours of work are 08.40am - 15.10pm (2hrs overtime for one afternoon per week for environment update and uploading observations). Part time applications will be considered.

Only applications submitted through https://www.kent-teach.com/ will be considered in the application process.

Information about the school

Ashford Oaks has extensive facilities and a Special Resource Provision. We are looking for a skilled and passionate person who naturally cares about our children and has a determination to provide the very best inclusive education and support, whilst recognising the importance of working as a team with staff, parents and community. We also have a Nursery which is an integral part of the school and is the foundation to our children's learning.

Ashford Oaks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for Children.

In compliance with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education), shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-disclosure form prior to the interview and disclose any relevant criminal history. A health questionnaire will also be required.

You can find our Child Protection Policy attached.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01233 660795

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.