Teaching Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Part-time

Tunbury Primary School, Walderslade

• Ref:KCC886-2530-151S
• Posted:22/05/2017
• Pay:KR3
• Start Date:Sep 2017
• App Close Date:05/06/2017 at 12:00
• Interviews:Thursday 8th June 2017

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ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS TEACHING ASSISTANT

SALARY SCALE KR3 pro rata to £15,253 - £16,967

35 hours per week (39 weeks a year)

We are looking to appoint an outstanding person to play an active role alongside our teachers in shaping the learning journeys of our children. We are looking for a teaching assistant who has experience of working with children both in groups and on a 1:1 basis. You will lead on the provision of a breakfast club from 7.45am as part of the role. You will be required to bring motivation, energy and patience to the role, supporting children with their educational, physical, emotional and social development.

The ideal candidate will be committed to working in an inclusive framework and will work closely with the Inclusion Manager and Class Teachers.

The successful candidate will hold qualifications in English and Mathematics in GCSE Grade C or equivalent.

If you would like to develop your skills and join our team we would be interested in hearing from you. 

Please make an online application using the link on Kent Teach website (detailed below).

Please contact Mrs Alison Wooldridge, Office Manager for further details.

Information about the school

We are Team Tunbury, a safe, nurturing and inclusive school community where everyone is respected and valued. We inspire our children to be successful, independent life-long learners.

We are a popular three form entry school set in spacious grounds within the leafy suburbs of Walderslade, Kent. Our children are happy, well motivated and very keen to learn. The Tunbury staff team is welcoming, supportive and positive about making a difference. Our school is rated Good by Ofsted.

Tunbury Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Quotes from our school community:

“My children have had amazing relationships with their teachers and TAs, which has really helped them to grow.” (Team Tunbury parent/carer)

“Thank you to the whole team at Tunbury - SLT, teachers, TAs, volunteers, support staff and canteen staff! Your role is more important than you may know and I am grateful my children have the care and nurture, as well as academic support at Tunbury.” (Team Tunbury parent/carer)

“It is a place where you can feel safe and learn about all the things in the world.” (Team Tunbury pupil)

“There are amazing people to look after me.” (Team Tunbury pupil)

“Children are happy and enjoy being here.” (Team Tunbury staff member)

“What works well at Tunbury? Teamwork! I like the whole atmosphere within school. All staff are friendly to each other and have the same ambitions for the children.” (Team Tunbury staff member)

"Everyone at this school is part of ‘Team Tunbury’. Leaders have created a collaborative community. There is a real spirit of togetherness and inclusion." (Ofsted, June 2023)

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Ruth Austin
• Address:Tunbury Avenue, Walderslade, Kent, ME5 9HY
• Telephone: (01634) 863085
• Email: office@tunbury.kent.sch.uk