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1:1 Teaching Partner for Visually Impaired Pupil - Full-time

St Mark's CEP School, Tunbridge Wells

  • Ref:KCC886-3052-213S
  • Posted:24/06/2026
  • Pay:KSA or KSB depending on experience
  • Start Date:September 2026
  • App Close Date:31/07/2026 at 10:00
  • Interviews:Upon application for the suitable candidate.

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St Mark's is a supportive, nurturing and caring school that is passionate about making a difference to the lives of our young learners. 

We are looking for a 1 to 1 Teaching Partner to work with a visually impaired pupil whilst at the School, that will assist classroom teachers in delivering quality teaching and learning to the pupil, to help raise standards and achievement, ensure they have full access to the curriculum and that they can participate meaningfully in their learning.  

Candidates should have a good standard of education with GCSE Maths/English, be willing to learn to use reading/writing in Braille and to become familiar with the Braille equipment to be able to relate well to the child and communicate with parents. 

Liaising with teachers regarding planning and differentiation of work for visually impaired students will be key and you should be comfortable and experienced in tending to students' personal care or physical needs. 
Experience of working with vision impaired children and young people is preferable, but not essential.  

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01892 525402, or email m.coveney@st-marks.kent.sch.uk 

Information about the school

St Marks CE Primary is set in large grounds on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells. Class sizes vary from 20 - 30 pupils, with a maximum of 30 children permitted in each class.

We were rated Good by Ofsted in July 2022, and we have strong links with our local church St Marks, Broadwater. The school has a strong Christian ethos and in December 2019 we had our SIAMS inspection and were judged as Good.

'Aspire, Believe, Succeed' underpins everything we do.

From September 2026, our school is joining the Tenax Schools Trust, offering exciting opportunities for collaboration, professional growth, and shared expertise across a wider network of schools.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01892 532409

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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.