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Teaching Assistant Speech and Language - Part-time

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet

  • Ref:KCC886-5222-44S
  • Posted:07/02/2019
  • Pay:Kent Range
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:26/02/2019 at 12:00
  • Interviews:5th March TBC

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We are seeking to appoint an outstanding teaching assistant to work along side our Inclusion Manager, Class Teachers and Specialist Teacher for Speech and Language. The successful applicant will have proven ability to work on their own initiative and will demonstrate a commitment to ensuring all children make progress in their learning.

The successful candidate will have: - GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) to Grade C+ - Excellent communication and listening skills and the ability to work as part of a team. 

Hours of work 8.30am - 3.30pm two days per week, term time only. 

St Joseph's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further details, please contact the School Office: office@st-josephs-northfleet.kent.sch.uk

Visits are welcome.

Information about the school

St. Joseph’s is a vibrant and thriving one-form entry Catholic primary school situated in the heart of Northfleet, near Gravesend, Kent. We take great pride in our strong sense of community and the nurturing environment we provide for our students. As a proud member of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP), we are committed to delivering an exceptional Catholic education.

Our school has consistently achieved Outstanding ratings in both our Ofsted 2023 inspection and our Section 48 Denominational Inspection in 2020. This recognition reflects our dedication to fostering an inclusive, high-quality learning experience where every child can flourish.

Why Choose St. Joseph’s? Excellent Reputation: Our school is significantly oversubscribed, catering to children aged four to eleven. Parents and the community trust us to provide an excellent education rooted in Catholic values.

Strong Community Links: We have cultivated strong Home/School/Parish links, fostering a sense of belonging and community engagement that enriches the educational experience.

Outstanding Leadership and Staff: We pride ourselves on collaboration and supporting each other's professional growth.

Positive Learning Environment: Our students demonstrate excellent behaviour and attitudes towards their learning and peers, creating a respectful and productive atmosphere in which everyone can thrive.

Staff Well-being: We recognise the importance of prioritising staff well-being and offer a supportive environment that values work-life balance. Our leadership team is committed to ensuring that staff feel valued, supported, and part of a nurturing community.

Convenient: Our school is situated in a residential area, close to excellent transport links and amenities, including Ebbsfleet International Railway Station and Bluewater Shopping Centre.

Commitment to Safeguarding: The safeguarding of our children is paramount. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and meet statutory requirements. We conduct all necessary checks to ensure the safety of our children.

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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.