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EYFS Teaching Assistant - Full-time

Gad's Hill School, Rochester

  • Ref:KCC886-6007-209S
  • Posted:09/02/2024
  • Pay:£23,398.22
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:23/02/2024 at 10:00
  • Interviews:ASAP

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We are currently seeking an EYFS Teaching Assistant commencing as soon as possible. This role will initially be working as part of our highly collaborative Early Years team. However, the teaching assistant may be deployed to other parts of the Lower School.

The pupils at Gad’s Hill receive a first-class education in a small class in an environment with fantastic facilities including a Forest School and extensive grounds. Gad’s Hill has an established Kindergarten department, with a Nursery on-site.

The post requires someone who is passionate about working with young children and is able to develop and hold the trust and confidence of their parents. The successful candidate will be a person who values (and is skilled at) working as part of a collaborative team.

You will be passionate about teaching and have an understanding of EYFS provision, will have experience of working in early years settings and be committed to providing high quality learning and experiences for all children. As a member of staff, you will be valued and supported; in return we are looking for commitment, drive and enthusiasm.

  

 

Information about the school

Gad’s Hill is an independent day school for boys and girls aged three to sixteen years, located near Rochester, Kent. Based within the former home of Charles Dickens, the School is ideally situated with easy access to the M2 motorway and high-speed rail connections to London. The School combines modern facilities with timeless values. The Lower School occupies purpose-built accommodation opened in 2013. The Upper School occupies Charles Dickens’ former home, along with a range of other buildings including accommodation for specialist and practical subjects. At the present time, the School has about 320 pupils on roll and employs around 90 staff, approximately 40 of whom are qualified teachers.

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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.