Teaching Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Term Time

Lydd Primary School, Lydd

• Ref:KCC886-2059-35S
• Posted:15/12/2017
• Pay:KR3 £15,253 (Pro rata salary £9,349)
• Start Date:Jan 2018
• App Close Date:04/01/2018 at 12:00
• Interviews:8th January 2018

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A rare opportunity has arisen for an Early Years TA position in our school!!

• 27.5hrs per week (term time only) permanent contract

We require an Early Years TA for a prompt start. The role would comprise of in class support, a role as a keyworker, out of class intervention and a play leader role at lunchtime.

In addition you will be:

• A member of an effective Early Years team in a busy unit.
• Have an experience of EYFS and at taking observations. Knowledge of ‘Tapestry’ would be an advantage.
• Working within a Key Stage under the direction of the Class Teachers and the SENCO.
• Working as a keyworker for a small group of children, making observations and reporting to the class teacher.
• Encouraging good relationship with parents and carers.
• Leading class support and/or individual or small group work in order for the children to make good progress in their learning
• Undertaking a Play Leader role daily, actively leading play, encouraging good interactions between children and ensuring children have a fun break from their learning!
• May occasionally be required to supervise a class for short periods to cover a Class Teacher
• Required to work a 27.5 hour week

Job requirements:

• A hardworking and dedicated professional to maximise children’s learning
• A person who is flexible and can use their own initiative
• Ability to work within a team
• Good communication skills
• High standards and expectations
• Good behaviour management skills
• A knowledge of EYFS
• Experience in planning, monitoring, taking observations and assessment provision would be an advantage
• A happy (and smiley) person with a good sense of humour!
• An enjoyment of whole school themed events (occasionally including dressing up!).

A TA qualification or equivalent and previous experience is preferable but not essential.

As a school we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children.

Information about the school

We are an average sized primary school with a growing roll of hard working, polite and friendly children. The school has a team of friendly and skilful teachers who deliver a broad and interesting curriculum. At our last inspection we were judged to be a good school with an outstanding early year’s provision. Our teachers work hard, but as OFSTED noted we are also aware of the importance of a good work-life balance and morale is high amongst staff.

The school is well resourced, with large buildings, outdoor space and excellent local facilities for exploring learning outside the classroom.

Although Lydd is Kents most southerly village, it is well connected by road to many main towns. It is an easy commute from Ashford (where many of the staff live), Hastings, Dover, Folkestone and Hythe. Do come and meet our friendly staff and wonderful children, you are sure of a warm welcome.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Nicki Man
• Address:20 Skinner Road, Lydd, Kent, TN29 9HW
• Telephone: (01797) 320362
• Email: finance@lydd.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01797) 321814

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• Job Description