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Teaching Assistant - Full-time/Part-time

St Peter's CEP School, Tunbridge Wells

  • Ref:KCC886-3053-199S
  • Posted:15/04/2024
  • Pay:Kent Range 3
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:02/05/2024 at 09:00
  • Interviews:07/05/24

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Classroom Teaching Assistant 

We are excited to announce that we are looking for a Classroom Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team.

Are you positive, enthusiastic and dynamic? Do you have a sense of humour and passion which brings out the best in all children? Do you believe that every child can be successful and reach their full potential? Do you want to be a part of a caring team who are passionate about making a difference to all children?

If you answered yes to these questions, then you could be the person we are looking for to join our small, happy team at St Peter's CE Primary School.

The successful candidate would be required to support and challenge pupils during learning activities both in and out of the classroom as well as contributing to the management of pupil behaviour, establishing and maintaining relationships with individual pupils and groups.

Previous experience would be beneficial, but we are also considering candidates who are new to the role of supporting in the classroom. As a school we are committed to staff development and well placed to be able to offer ongoing support and training as you work closely with our friendly staff team, under the guidance of the school SENCO.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has a genuine, professional interest to provide quality teaching to children including those in early years and is highly motivated by the desire to support them in reaching their full potential.
  • Is flexible, resilient and can use initiative.
  • Is organised with good interpersonal skills.
  • Able to foster and maintain positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents / carers
  • Can demonstrate a flexible approach to work and an ability to embrace change.
  • Has GCSE grade C or equivalent in Maths and English.
  • Has strong ICT skills.
  • Is committed to develop to review and develop their own professional practice.
  • Is caring, kind and friendly to all.
  • Determined to make a difference.
  • Believes passionately that all children can and will succeed.

In your application, please outline your experience working with primary age children, explaining how you have had made a positive impact on their development.

Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received.  St Peter's CEP School reserves the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process and early applications are encouraged.

The hours can be flexible and discussed at interview but suggested hours of work are 8.25-3.10pm daily, term time only term time only with a 30 minute lunch break. Salary in accordance with Kent Range 3.

Applications should be made through the www.kent-teach.com website. For further details or to arrange a visit please contact the office on 01892525727  admin@st.peters.kent.sch.uk 

St Peter’s CEP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure application to the Criminal Records Bureau and check against the ISA-barred list for children.

Information about the school

🌿 Welcome to St Peter’s CE Primary School 🌿
A thriving, inclusive and values-led school community in Tunbridge Wells.

St Peter’s CE Primary School is a happy, successful and oversubscribed one-form entry school with 210 children on roll. Nestled in the picturesque Hawkenbury Village area of Tunbridge Wells, our school enjoys a peaceful setting with far-reaching views, yet remains within walking distance of the town centre. Most of our pupils live locally and walk to school from the surrounding roads, contributing to our strong sense of community. We have parking on site for staff and value ourselves in providing opportunities for staff development.

Our beautiful site includes a forest school, a large field, a multi-use games area, and a stunning new school building completed in 2021. These facilities support a rich and varied curriculum and provide an inspiring environment for learning and play.

At the heart of our ethos are the values of Courage, Compassion and Respect. Visitors often comment on the warm welcome they receive from both pupils and staff, and we are proud of the inclusive, nurturing culture that defines our school.

Our Vision
Built upon courage, compassion and respect, excellence in learning and ambition in teaching, our school lights the way to a world of possibilities.
With relationships at our core, we nurture every individual. Each unique contribution is valued.
All flourish, making a difference as global citizens and as a beacon in our local community.

Our Aims
To achieve our vision, St Peter’s is committed to: - Enabling all children and adults to flourish. - Providing an inclusive educational setting that nurtures the potential of every child. - Supporting a team of enthusiastic, committed staff who embrace new ideas and challenges. - Being a vibrant hub for the local community, with strong links to St Peter's Church.

Our carefully designed curriculum offers a broad and balanced education, enriched with opportunities for academic, physical, social, moral and spiritual development. We also offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities including sport, music, arts and wellbeing, helping every child to thrive.

To learn more about our school and being part of our vibrant staff team, please visit our https://www.st-peters.kent.sch.uk. Our newsletters provide a wonderful insight into school life and the many exciting things we do.

Come and Visit Us
If you’re interested in joining our team or learning more about the role we are currently recruiting for, we warmly invite you to get in touch and arrange a tour. We welcome everyone who feels this could be the opportunity they’ve been looking for.

St Peter’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and follows safer recruitment practices. Further information about our safeguarding policies is available on our website.

We may interview suitable candidates before the advertised closing date.

📧 For enquiries, please email: finance@st-peters.kent.sch.uk or call 01892525727

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Mrs Joanna Langton
  • Address:Hawkenbury Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN25BW
  • Telephone: 01892525727
  • Email: admin@st-peters.kent.sch.uk

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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.