Learning Partner - Full-time/Part-time

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet

• Ref:KCC886-5222-73S
• Posted:02/12/2022
• Pay:KR3 - Pro Rata
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:18/01/2023 at 12:00
• Interviews:To be confirmed

Advert

We are looking for a highly skilled Learning Partner to join our excellent team.

This is a part-time appointment (30hrs per week - term time only) 8.55am to 3.25pm, Monday to Friday. Kent Range 3 £19,293 FTE, pro-rata £13168.72.  There is the possibility for negotiation of hours.

The successful candidate will work primarily in the classroom alongside the class teacher, or lead small groups working towards specific learning targets or as a one to one supporting a child with specific needs. You would also be expected to support and encourage appropriate learning behaviours and attitudes.

The successful candidate would be; willing to commit to the Catholic ethos of the school, willing to go the 'extra mile' for our children, enthusiastic and hardworking with good organisation skills, committed to promoting high standards of behaviour, attainment and progress, a good team worker with a sense of humour, empathy, understanding and an excellent communicator. 

Experience of working with children in an educational setting is desirable along with:

- good English and Mathematical skills

- flexibility and use of initiative

- strong communication skills

- the ability to work alongside as part of a team

- patience and understanding of the ways different children learn

- a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to join a supportive group of Learning Partners who are dedicated to improving the outcomes for all the children in our school.
• An effective induction 
• Support with training and development, mentoring and coaching
• Work in a school that is dedicated to ensuring positive personal and academic outcomes for all of our pupils.
• A role that is highly valued by the school, parents and children.

The children in school are enthusiastic, happy and caring.  St Joseph’s is a friendly school with a strong Catholic ethos, energetic and highly motivated staff team, a well-resourced school and support for your continuous professional development. Visits to the school are warmly invited.  To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01474 533515 or email:office@st-josephs-northfleet.kent.sch.uk

The successful candidate may be required to support the learning of a child with specific needs and will need to be highly adaptable and willing to try many different approaches to achieve learning goals.  They would also need to be flexible and enthusiastic with a positive attitude.

The role includes supervision of children’s play at breaktime and lunchtime.

Please note applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview so early application is encouraged.  We reserve the right to close the advert when we are in receipt of sufficient applications and without notice.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and online checks will be carried out prior to appointment.

Information about the school

St. Joseph’s is a vibrant and thriving one-form entry Catholic primary school situated in the heart of Northfleet, near Gravesend, Kent. We take great pride in our strong sense of community and the nurturing environment we provide for our students. As a proud member of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP), we are committed to delivering an exceptional Catholic education.

Our school has consistently achieved Outstanding ratings in both our Ofsted 2023 inspection and our Section 48 Denominational Inspection in 2020. This recognition reflects our dedication to fostering an inclusive, high-quality learning experience where every child can flourish.

Why Choose St. Joseph’s? Excellent Reputation: Our school is significantly oversubscribed, catering to children aged four to eleven. Parents and the community trust us to provide an excellent education rooted in Catholic values.

Strong Community Links: We have cultivated strong Home/School/Parish links, fostering a sense of belonging and community engagement that enriches the educational experience.

Outstanding Leadership and Staff: We pride ourselves on collaboration and supporting each other's professional growth.

Positive Learning Environment: Our students demonstrate excellent behaviour and attitudes towards their learning and peers, creating a respectful and productive atmosphere in which everyone can thrive.

Staff Well-being: We recognise the importance of prioritising staff well-being and offer a supportive environment that values work-life balance. Our leadership team is committed to ensuring that staff feel valued, supported, and part of a nurturing community.

Convenient: Our school is situated in a residential area, close to excellent transport links and amenities, including Ebbsfleet International Railway Station and Bluewater Shopping Centre.

Commitment to Safeguarding: The safeguarding of our children is paramount. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and meet statutory requirements. We conduct all necessary checks to ensure the safety of our children.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mr Andrew Baldock and Mrs Lucy Owen
• Address:St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Springhead Road, Northfleet, Kent, DA11 9QZ
• Telephone: (01474) 533515
• Email: principal@st-josephs-northfleet.kcsp.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Person Specification
• Job Description
• Consent to Obtain References
• Recruitment Monitoring Form
• Recruitment Policy
• Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
• Recruitment Pack