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1:1 Learning Support Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Term Time

The Gateway Primary Academy, Dartford

  • Ref:KCC886-2685-97S
  • Posted:04/10/2023
  • Pay:KR3
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:29/10/2023 at 12:00
  • Interviews:On application

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The Gateway Primary Academy is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and caring Teaching Assistant to join the great staff team at this popular one form entry school.

The post will involve working as a midday supervisor and then 1:1 with a pupil delivering personalised curriculum plans and emotional well being programmes. Expertise in working with vulnerable pupils with emotional and behavioural needs is essential as well as a commitment to supporting children in reaching their full potential both academically and socially.

The successful candidate will have:

  • A good standard of education (minimum GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and Maths)
  • Experience of supporting pupils with SEN in EYFS and Key Stage 1
  • Expertise in supporting pupils with behavioural needs such as ASD/ADHD
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • A good understanding of children's emotional needs and development
  • A friendly, caring, understanding approach with a good sense of humour
  • The ability to work autonomously as well as part of a supportive team

Hours of work: 15 hours a week (12:00 - 3pm), term time only.

 Contact the school to make an appointment to discuss the appointment with the Headteacher.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share that commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcomes of references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Information about the school

We are a popular, one-form entry primary academy with a big heart and a strong sense of community at our core. Our friendly, welcoming ethos is built on high expectations and a deep respect for the individual talents and abilities of every child. Our children are delightful, motivated, and thrive in an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and supported.

As a stand-alone academy, we benefit from the flexibility and autonomy to shape our vision, while playing an active and collaborative role in the wider Dartford community.

In our most recent Ofsted inspection (June 2022), we were delighted to maintain our status for delivering high-quality education. The report highlighted strong leadership, positive behaviour, a rich and varied curriculum, and a learning environment that fosters academic excellence and emotional well-being.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01322 289958

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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.