Teaching Assistant - Year R - Part-time

St Katharine's Knockholt CEP School, Sevenoaks

• Ref:KCC886-3303-55S
• Posted:29/04/2025
• Pay:KSA
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:31/05/2025 at 11:00
• Interviews:Shortly after closing

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About Us
St Katharine’s Knockholt is a thriving, nurturing, and welcoming Church of England Primary School located in the beautiful village of Knockholt, Kent. We are proud of our strong sense of community, our values-driven ethos, and our commitment to ensuring every child feels happy, confident, and inspired to achieve their best. We value teamwork, kindness, and excellence in everything we do and are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our wonderful staff team.

The Role 

5 mornings a week, 8.30am – 1.15pm, supporting children in our Reception (Year R) class.

This role involves working closely with class teachers to support learning and development, ensuring all children feel included, encouraged, and celebrated.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to groups and individual children, including those with additional needs.
• Work alongside the class teacher to support high-quality teaching and learning.
• Assist with the preparation of learning activities and resources.
• Support children’s social, emotional, and personal development in line with our school values.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including events and activities.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils at all times.

About You
We are looking for candidates who:

• Are enthusiastic, flexible, and committed to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing.
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Are patient, positive, and nurturing in their approach.
• Have experience working with young children, preferably within a school setting.
• Are committed to our Christian ethos and inclusive school values.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive, and experienced team.
• A strong emphasis on professional development and training opportunities.
• A caring, inclusive school community where every child and adult is valued.
• A beautiful setting with excellent resources.
• Supportive leadership committed to staff wellbeing.

How to Apply
If you are excited about the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our children, we would love to hear from you! Please complete the application form available on the Kent-Teach website.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please come and chat to either of our Headteachers and let us show you around our wonderful school.  Please contact the office to arrange a visit on admin@knockholt.kent.sch.uk or phone us on 01959 532237.

Closing Date: Friday 31st May 2025
Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.

Safeguarding
St Katharine’s Knockholt is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and other pre-employment checks.

Information about the school

St Katharine’s Knockholt is a thriving, nurturing, and welcoming Church of England Primary School located in the beautiful village of Knockholt, Kent. We are proud of our strong sense of community, our values-driven ethos, and our commitment to ensuring every child feels happy, confident, and inspired to achieve their best. We value teamwork, kindness, and excellence in everything we do and are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our wonderful staff team.

St Katharine’s Knockholt is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and other pre-employment checks.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Miss Sarah-Jane Tormey
• Address:Main Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 7LS
• Telephone: (01959) 532237
• Email: admin@knockholt.kent.sch.uk