Teaching Assistant - Individual Support - Full-time

Saltwood CEP School, Hythe

• Ref:KCC886-3350-123S
• Posted:26/05/2023
• Pay:Kent Range 3
• Start Date:As soon as possible
• App Close Date:15/06/2023 at 00:30
• Interviews:June 2023

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We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our  committed team, working specifically to support children with Special Educational Needs. Previous experience of working with children with individual and specific needs would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a Level 2 in Teaching and Learning in School (or equivalent)
• Have a strong belief in inclusion, diversity and the right of each child to be successful whatever their needs, abilities and background.
• Be determined to provide the very best outcomes for the children they work with
• Use their good sense of humour to maintain positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
• Have effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Know how to effectively support children’s development of reading, writing and maths knowledge and skills
• Work closely with class teachers to promote children’s learning and achievement
• Supervise children at more unstructured times of the school day, engaging them in games and social skills activities 
• Demonstrate a willingness to take on board advice in order to develop further.

In return we can offer you a great working environment, as part of a friendly and supportive team of dedicated teachers and teaching assistants who work together to ensure our children recieve the best possible opportunities in their lives. Our children are happy and well behaved and parents are supportive. Our teaching assistants undertake regular professional development and career progression is encouraged.

The position will be for 25 hours a week over 5 days, finishing around 2:30pm each day - so may suit someone with childcare commitments after school!

Tours of the school are encouarged and can be arranged upon request.

This post will initially be fixed term for one year, with a view to extending beyond that period.

Information about the school

Saltwood Play and Learning Centre is a registered charity with a team of up to 15 staff operating from the grounds of Saltwood School and offering childcare for nursery and school age children during term time.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mr Paul Newton
• Address:Grange Road, Saltwood, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4QS
• Telephone: (01303) 266058
• Email: headteacher@saltwood.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01303 264899)

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