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Teaching Assistant - Term Time

The Whitstable School, Whitstable

  • Ref:KCC886-4091-354S
  • Posted:26/07/2018
  • Pay:Band 3, pro rata to £10,693-£11,760.
  • Start Date:Sep 2018
  • App Close Date:15/08/2018 at 12:00
  • Interviews:To be confirmed on receipt of application.

Advert

  • Required for 28th August / September 2018 (negotiable).
  • Fixed Term contract for the duration of the pupil remaining at the school. 
  • Band 3 (£15,628-£17,188), pro rata to £10,693-£11,760.
  • 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time plus Staff Development Days).

We are seeking to appoint two Teaching Assistants to provide one-to-one support for two pupils. 

The successful candidate will:

  • Possess a Level 1 or 2 Diploma (or equivalent) including English and maths
  • Have previous experience of working with children
  • Have strong literacy and numeracy skills
  • Be able to relate well to children and adults, understanding their needs and being able to respond accordingly

Please complete the application form, describing how you meet the criteria listed on the person specification.  Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements; please note that we cannot accept CVs.

Early applications are encouraged; interviews will be held before the published closing date.

The school anticipates converting to academy status from 1st September 2018.  The successful applicant will be an employee of Swale Academies Trust.

Information about the school

Why work at The Whitstable school? We have a strong vibrant community of staff whereby teaching and learning can flourish in an environment where respect, discipline, and responsibility are steadfastly upheld so all students can learn and grow without unnecessary disruptions. You will be working in a climate whereby the leadership deeply values languages and will provide both the support, CPD opportunities and resources you require to develop in the role. We are also able to offer Flexible Working for candidates that would like to discuss this.

The Whitstable School is part of the Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement, situated in the highly desirable location of Whitstable, Kent. Rated by Ofsted in February 2018 as a Good school, we are now embarking on the next stage of our journey to outstanding and are looking for exceptional and inspiring individuals to help us achieve this ambition.

Please visit www.thewhitstableschool.org.uk and our twitter page @TheWhitSchool for more about our school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check and references will be taken up. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and seek to reflect the diverse community we serve. Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements; please note that we cannot accept CVs.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Chris Branson
  • Address:Bellevue Road, Whitstable , Kent, CT5 1PX
  • Telephone: 01227 931300
  • Email: chris.branson@swale.at

Documents

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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.