Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term

Greatstone Primary School, New Romney

• Ref:KCC886-5218-65S
• Posted:03/02/2020
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:March 2020
• App Close Date:24/02/2020 at 12:00
• Interviews:27th February 2020

Advert

Greatstone Primary School are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join us from March 2020 to work initially with classes across the school.

The applicant will need to be qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, and have some experience from working in both key stages 1 and 2. The candidate would need to demonstrate strong literacy and numeracy skills in order to assist the teacher in delivering learning and to enable the children to make good progress.  

The successful candidate will be required to set up learning areas, lead intervention groups and support children with learning needs, as well as occasionally being responsible for the whole class. They would also need to be flexible and enthusiastic with a positive attitude.

This is a fixed-term appointment (term-time only).

If you would like to arrange an informal visit or would like further information then please telephone the school office on 01797 363916, or e-mail headteacher@greatstoneschool.co.uk

Please note that appointment to this post is subject to the necessary checks required by the Department for Education and OFSTED for those working with children being satisfactorily completed.

Information about the school

Greatstone Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive primary school located on the beautiful Romney Marsh coast in Kent, just a short walk from the beach. Our unique location provides wonderful opportunities for outdoor learning and helps to shape the rich experiences we offer our pupils. We are proud to be at the heart of the local community and work closely with families to ensure that every child feels valued, supported and inspired to succeed.

Our school is built around our core values of Dreaming, Daring and Caring. These values underpin everything we do and guide our approach to learning, behaviour and relationships. We encourage our children to dream big about their futures, dare to challenge themselves and try new things, and care for one another, their community and the wider world.

At Greatstone Primary School, we place a strong emphasis on nurture and wellbeing. We believe that children learn best when they feel safe, supported and understood. Our staff work hard to create a calm, positive and inclusive environment where every child is known as an individual. Through a nurturing approach, we support pupils to develop confidence, resilience and a love of learning.

Safeguarding is at the centre of everything we do. We are fully committed to promoting and protecting the welfare of all children and expect every member of staff to share this commitment. Our safeguarding culture ensures that pupils feel safe, listened to and supported, and that staff work collaboratively to respond quickly and effectively to any concerns.

As part of the Lightyear Federation, Greatstone Primary School benefits from strong collaboration with partner schools, shared expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement, while maintaining its own distinctive identity and community feel.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Vikki Reeves
• Address:Baldwin Road, Greatstone, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8SY
• Telephone: 01797 363916
• Email: Bd@lightyear.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01797 363916

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Teaching Assistant Job Description