Teaching Assistant - Goldwyn Folkestone: KSB (£25,126 Pro Rata) Plus SENA - Term Time - Special Needs Position

Goldwyn School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-7041-407S
• Posted:25/06/2025
• Pay:KSB plus SEN Allowance
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:08/07/2025 at 17:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Required as soon as possible

This position is based at Goldwyn School, Parkfield Road, Folkestone, Kent CT19 5BY

Goldwyn School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our valued team of staff in supporting children and young people. This is an exciting time to become part of our organisation as we look to further expand and build on our success. 

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs, and who can help us make a positive impact on a student’s life by helping them to achieve their full potential.   All our students have an Education, Health and Care Plan in place and a range of needs including Social, Emotional & Mental Health difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.

This could be your ideal next role if you are:

• Experienced or passionate in working with students aged 11-18 years with a range of social emotional mental health and/or behavioural needs.
• Confident in working in an education environment in which behaviour will be challenging on a regular basis
• Comfortable working with both clear direction and using your own initiative
• An effective team player
• Committed and enthusiastic to provide bespoke learning experiences to vulnerable children and young people
• Patient, resilient, calm and composed
• Flexible and adaptable
• Able to meet deadlines and work comfortably in a challenging and demanding environment 

In return, we can offer:

• A supportive working environment
• The opportunity to be part of an experienced, hardworking and aspirational team 
• Opportunities to further your professional development

We would like to hear from you, if you:

• Would like to join our enthusiastic and committed team
• Would like to support our young people in becoming independent and happy adults
• Would like the opportunity to develop professionally
• Have an interest in developing your skills in a highly specialised field

 The successful individuals will have:

• A commitment to young people and their education
• A positive attitude and sense of humour
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A good team working ethic

Goldwyn students are of mixed and high ability (NC level 3-4 on entry) and as such are capable of achieving GCSE and other Level 2 qualifications in Year 11. 

This post is offered on KSB £25,126 per annum pro rata plus SEN Allowance of £1484.97 per annum and is for 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks a year (term time only plus 5 staff development days).   Actual salary is £20,659.58 per annum including SENA

You are welcome to visit at your earliest opportunity - please contact Barry McGinn, Head of School: Barry.Mcginn @goldwyn.kent.sch.uk                             

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

Information about the school

Goldwyn School is a Kent Maintained Foundation Special School for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted (October 2022). We operate across five unique sites in Ashford and Folkestone, each offering a tailored educational pathway to meet the diverse and complex needs of our students.

We are an aspirational and inspirational school, committed to nurturing the potential of every young person. Our inclusive ethos is underpinned by research-led, trauma-informed, and nurturing practices, ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our Sites: Each of our five sites offers a tailored educational pathway, ensuring that every student receives the support and opportunities they need to thrive: • Goldwyn Ashford - Great Chart, Ashford (TN23 3BT) • Goldwyn Folkestone - Parkfield Road, Folkestone (CT19 5BY) • Goldwyn Vocational Centre - Leacon Road, Ashford (TN23 4FB) • Goldwyn Plus - Beaver Lane, Ashford (TN23 5NX) • Goldwyn Nurture Hub – School Lane, Hothfield, Ashford (TN26 1HA)

Our Vision and Values: Our school community is built on the vision: Aspire ∙ Empower ∙ Achieve. We promote a culture where every member of our community demonstrates: • Resilience - Overcoming barriers with creativity and independence • Empathy - Caring for ourselves and others, fostering respect and belonging • Aiming - Striving to reach our full potential • Commitment - Dedicated to success, growth, and opportunity • Heart - Passionate about making a difference, championing equality and inclusion

Why Work at Goldwyn? “Goldwyn is a family; a truly supportive unit.” - School Governor

At Goldwyn, our staff are our superpower. We believe that a supported and valued team is essential to delivering the best education for our students. Here’s what makes Goldwyn a great place to work:

• A values-driven culture that shapes everything we do • A strong, dynamic leadership team offering coaching and mentorship • A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and shared learning • A rich CPD programme, including accredited training and leadership development • A strong focus on staff wellbeing with initiatives like: - Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal advice, and more) - Free flu vaccinations - Free parking at all sites - Generous pension scheme - Kent Scheme Rewards

Leading the Way in SEMH Education As part of the KSENT Trust, Goldwyn staff benefit from opportunities to engage in practitioner research, school-to-school support, and national-level collaboration. We are proud to be at the forefront of SEMH education, shaping best practices and making a real difference in the lives of young people.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Kerry Greene
• Address:Godinton Lane, Great Chart, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3BT
• Telephone: 01233 622958
• Email: tina.brobyn@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01233 662177

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