Hlta - Full-time

Tiger Primary School, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-2008-200S
• Posted:17/11/2023
• Pay:£20381-£21632 pro rata (£23801-£25262 FTE)
• Start Date:December 2023/January 2024
• App Close Date:11/12/2023 at 15:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

Tiger Primary School have an exciting opportunity to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant working 37 hours per week, 8am-4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am-3.30pm on a Friday. This role will be on a fixed term basis for 38 weeks per year plus an additional five days.

Tiger Primary wish to appoint a motivated, committed and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our Tiger Family. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly, hardworking team. We are a school determined to achieve the very highest of standards for all of our learners.

The successful applicant will be able to lead whole class learning, support teachers and build positive relationships with all stake holders. They will have experience of, and a keen interest in, EYFS and Key Stage One, but will also be willing to cover classes in KS2. They will also be able to work well under direction use their own initiative and be full of patience, care and respect for all Tiger Children.

The successful applicant will:

• Have experience of working with children in EYFS and KS1
• Have GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications in English and Maths
• Be motivated and able to use their own initiative
• Be willing to be part of a team and to value all children
• Be positive and will be a strong role model for our children

We can offer you:

• A team of happy, friendly people, who work collaboratively and support each other
• CPD opportunities to further progress your career
• Children who will make you smile everyday
• A strong supportive local community, including Governors and parents

Future Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification and will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure. We particularly welcome applicants from under- represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Information about the school

Welcome to Tiger Primary School!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6p4a2jXxORI&t=100s

Tiger Primary School is a ‘Good’ (September 2023) school in the heart of Loose, Maidstone with over 400 children aged 4 to 11. The curriculum is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, rich in real-life experiences and opportunities. Understand that every child deserves to experience a sense of accomplishment in a wide range of areas. The enriched curriculum reflects this belief, offering an excellent balance between academic and personal development.

Tiger Primary value each and every child as an individual, ensuring that they are supported throughout their own unique educational journey. Children and staff share a genuine love of learning, thriving in an environment built upon the school values (Teamwork, Independence, Going beyond the expected, Empathy, Resilience).

At Tiger Primary School, they offer a welcoming and inviting space where enthusiastic and happy children fill our classrooms. Passionate for learning is evident in their commitment to enable ALL children to achieve their very best. The staff at Tiger care deeply about the wellbeing and development of all young people, fostering a love for teaching and learning that is truly inspirational.

At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.

What's In It For You? A vibrant and exciting place to work A friendly and supportive environment An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualifications The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff. A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available. An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

Job Contact Information

• Name:Future Schools Trust HR Recruitment Team
• Address:Boughton Lane, Loose, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9QL
• Telephone: 01622 745166
• Email: officetps@tigerprimary.com

Documents

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• JD & PS