Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Monkton CEP School, Ramsgate

• Ref:KCC886-3183-23S
• Posted:12/06/2019
• Pay:KR3
• Start Date:02/09/19
• App Close Date:28/06/2019 at 12:00
• Interviews:05/07/19

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We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, well-organised Teaching Assistant to join our successful small school. Our most recent Good Ofsted took place in September 2018. Monkton CEP School is a partner in the newly formed Federation of Minster and Monkton Church of England Primary Schools.

This is a temporary, term time only post for 32 and a half hours per week. It will comprise of 27 and a half hours as a Teaching Assistant on KR3 and 5 hours a week as a Mid Day Meals Supervisor on KR2. This post will run for one academic year and will be reassessed at that point.

The successful candidate will start on the 3rd September 2019, however, we would like to arrange an induction prior to this date, which will probably be the 2nd September 2019. 

The successful candidate will:

• Be an experienced Teaching Assistant with a proven track record, who has recent experience of a sustained and successful placement in the classroom

• Be committed to team working and leading by example

• Be able to demonstrate the ability to follow the teacher’s plans, to aid the children in completing tasks and raise their attainment

• Be able to feedback to the teacher the children’s achievements and challenges.

• Be able to complete informal assessments and observations during lesson time and group activities

• Be able to engage, motivate and support pupils, with flair, sensitivity and with consistently high expectations

• Be able to demonstrate positive behaviour management strategies

This position will be in KS2 and therefore the successful candidate will need a good standard of English and Maths ability (GCSE Grade C or above is desirable), in order to support the learning of our children.

We have:

• Enthusiastic, engaging children • A supportive school community with excellent facilities • A commitment to ensure all staff and pupils succeed • Excellent continuing professional development opportunities • A dedicated, happy team who will warmly welcome you

Prospective candidates will be expected to make an informal visit to the school. Please contact the Business Manager, Fiona Webb to make an appointment.

If you are successful in gaining an interview, you will be asked to complete a 20 minute small group activity, as directed by the class teacher, as well as taking part in a formal interview.

Information about the school

At Monkton Church of England Primary School, we are dedicated to nurturing children to be both great people and great learners. We want the best for each individual with whom we share our lives, and we want everyone to be part of our loving school family. Our actions demonstrate this, as with God’s help, we embody our Christian Foundations of Compassion, Courage and Justice.

To help children grow and flourish as learners, we also have our PRIDE values. These values encourage children and staff to be: Positive; Resourceful, Innovative, Determined and Engaged.

We are blessed with fantastic facilities, including a spacious playground and a large field, providing ample opportunities for outdoor play and learning. Outdoor learning is integral to our ethos, with Forest School and OPAL play being central to our pupils’ development.

We take a unique, research-based approach to teaching. Our lessons are structured around hooks that engage children, encouraging them to make connections and, most importantly, to actively 'do' and experience the learning process. This hands-on approach ensures that every child remains engaged and motivated throughout their educational journey.

To ensure individualised support, each class is paired with a dedicated Teaching Assistant, providing a caring and supportive environment for all students. Additionally, we value our strong ties with the local community and regularly visit places such as the Monkton Nature Reserve, as well as other sites of interest, to inspire and deepen the children's learning.

To support working families, we offer wraparound care, ensuring that children have a safe and enriching environment outside of regular school hours.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Helen Ling
• Address:Monkton Street, Monkton, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 4JQ
• Telephone: (01843) 821394
• Email: office@monkton.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01843) 821394