Teaching Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Part-time

St Katherine's School & Nursery, Snodland

• Ref:KCC886-2191-130S
• Posted:09/05/2017
• Pay:Kent Range 2 or 3 depending on experience
• Start Date:Sep 2017
• App Close Date:04/06/2017 at 23:00
• Interviews:tba

Advert

We are looking for an experienced TeachingAssistant to work in our fantastic school nursery from September 2017.

We are seeking someone who is energetic, creative, positive in their outlook, flexible and able to work on their own initiative. An ability to work in a team is essential. The role will include supporting a key group of children, delivering activities and taking observations in line with the EYFS requirements, liaising with parents and ensuring a clean and safe environment at all times.

You will need experience of working in a nursery setting, including taking observations and contribution to assessments. Hold a minimum of Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. Have a good knowledge of the EYFS, as well as good communication and written skills. Good ICT skills are desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

This position is for 36.25 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks per year). Working hours will be agreed in line with the requirements of the Nursery working day - Monday to Friday.

Salary will be paid pro-rata for 36.25 hours per week, term time.

You will be working as part of a larger team and support will be provided from our dedicated and experienced staff group.

St. Katherine's School is committed to promoting the welfare of all our children and this position will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, medical questionnaire, self disclosure etc.

As part of our safeguarding recruitment procedures we will only consider completed applications forms via Kent Teach

Information about the school

St Katherine's School & Nursery is part of a friendly community, situated in Snodland. Together with Loose Primary School and Coxheath Primary School, it is a member of the Coppice Primary Partnership which is providing many exciting career opportunities for staff to explore.

We have very high expectations for pupil outcomes and support staff with many professional development opportunities to help secure the very best provision for every child. We are committed to working collaboratively with other schools and a Leadership Pathways programme exists for all members of staff with career development opportunities to explore.

We have highly motivated and well behaved children and supportive parents.

Staff work together across the school and trust, offering mutual support and exchange of ideas. An effective induction process exists for new staff to ensure that they are well supported throughout their transition to St Katherine's School and beyond.

We value sporting activities highly and have extensive grounds and our own indoor swimming pool. The children swim all year round, taught by qualified swimming coaches and leave the school able to swim well.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Cora Hitchcock
• Address:St Katherine's Lane, Snodland, Kent, ME6 5EJ
• Telephone: 01634 240061
• Email: chitchcock@st-katherines.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01634 243683