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Learning Support Assistant - Term Time

Sheldwich Primary Sch & Little Hedgehogs Pre-Sch, Faversham

  • Ref:KCC886-2246-65S
  • Posted:15/07/2024
  • Pay:KR4
  • Start Date:ASAP
  • App Close Date:12/08/2024 at 16:00
  • Interviews:TBA

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LSA advert

Due to a highly experienced and qualified member of staff gaining promotion in another education setting, Sheldwich Primary School are seeking to appoint a full time teaching assistant (28.75hrs 8:45am – 3:30pm) to work in our happy and supportive school.  Experience of working as a teaching assistant in Upper Key Stage 2 within Primary Schools is essential.

High standards of classroom management, professionalism and expectations of pupils are also required and the ability to cover classes in class teacher absence would also be an advantage.

Post requirements:

The successful applicant will need to possess the following qualities:

Relevant experience working as a teaching assistant within an educational setting (Upper Key Stage 2 is essential).

An excellent standard of literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) English, Maths and IT at grades “C” or above. 

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a small team.

An understanding of the ethos of the school and the ability to work within this ethos in order to support and develop all pupils regardless of ability, education, behavioural, social or emotional needs.

A willingness to play a full part in the life of the school with regard to supporting in lessons, pastoral care, curriculum enrichment activities and building positive relationships with pupils and staff alike.

Confidentiality

In line with KCSIE 2023 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, Sheldwich Primary School reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and to share any pertinent information found concerning a candidate’s suitability to work with children with the Headteacher.

Sheldwich School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable.

We reserve the right to close vacancies early, therefore, if interested please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

 

Information about the school

Come and join our amazing team!

We offer lots of opportunities to develop and enhance your skills through training and working within our extremely dedicated team of staff and trustees who contribute with enthusiasm and commitment to the life of our school. Our pupils are happy, confident and motivated learners displaying the highest standards of behaviour at all times.

Sheldwich Primary School and Little Hedgehogs Pre-School is an Outstanding (Ofsted May 2024), popular, over subscribed Academy School set in the picturesque village of Sheldwich with 260 pupils. We have well resourced classrooms and excellent facilities which the children benefit from including a dedicated library building, computer suite and external classroom. Our beautiful grounds and extensive outside learning space have enabled us to develop our Forest School.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Mrs Sarah Garrett
  • Address:Lees Court Road, Sheldwich, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0LU
  • Telephone: (01795) 532779
  • Email: office@sheldwich.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01795) 532682

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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.