Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Inclusion) - Term Time

Vale View Community Primary School and Nursery, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-2531-159S
• Posted:12/07/2024
• Pay:KR6
• Start Date:Term 2 or Sooner if Possible
• App Close Date:31/08/2024 at 17:00
• Interviews:W/C 9th Sept 2024

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We are looking for a positive and skilled individual to work with us to support children.

Do you...

· Have the aspiration and initiative to ensure best possible provision and improve outcomes for children?

· Have an interest in special educational needs and willing to work as part of a team to support children with a range of needs and their families?

· Have patience and resilience, and the ability to "think outside the box" to find solutions?

· Want to work in a well-resourced setting, with supportive and collaborative colleagues?

· Have a good standard of education, with a minimum requirement of English and Mathematics at GCSE (C) or equivalent?

· Be a team player, willing to share ideas and spread positivity, working collaboratively with a team of other Teaching Assistants under the direction of our leadership team?

· Demonstrate a genuine interest in, and sensitivity to children and their families. You will be expected to have a positive impact on the children you work with, and the school as a whole?

· Understand the importance of play for children; making playtimes a positive experience for all?

We can offer:

· A friendly, dedicated and supportive team of staff who thrive on challenge and having fun; who work closely together to improve the quality of achievement and enjoyment for all pupils.

· A thorough induction programme and good professional development opportunities.

· Happy and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.

· A dedicated staff well-being team, who work together to promote good well-being for all.

Information about the school

The Whinless Down Academy Trust aims to provide excellent opportunities for local children, in local schools, run by local people. It is a primary school only Trust, based in Dover, Kent, comprising of Vale View, Priory Fields and St Martins. Collaborative working is integral to our trust approach, and we continue to support and learn from each other.

We have a friendly and supportive team who work in close collaboration across the Trust to secure best outcomes for children through an exciting and engaging curriculum, tailored to meet the needs of our pupils. We actively work to develop all our staff and offer a comprehensive programme of professional development for staff at all levels and in all roles - fulfilling out true belief that learning changes lives.

The safeguarding of our children is of paramount importance, and we are rigorous in our recruitment procedures. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS Enhanced check, and references will be pursued. Please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lisa Sprigmore (Headteacher)
• Address:Vale View Road, Elms Vale, Dover, Kent, CT17 9NP
• Telephone: (01304) 202821
• Email: sbm@vale-view.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01304) 202821

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• HLTA Inclusion Job Description
• HLTA Inclusion Person Spec
• WDAT Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy
• WDAT Ex-Offenders Policy
• WDAT Privacy Notice Job Applicants