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Teaching Assistant Ks1 (Maternity Cover Until April 2021) - Term Time

Cranbrook CEP School, Cranbrook

  • Ref:KCC886-3027-144S
  • Posted:01/07/2020
  • Pay:KR3 (pro rata)
  • Start Date:September 2020
  • App Close Date:06/07/2020 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Thursday 9th July

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Teaching Assistant required for Key Stage 1

Are you positive and enthusiastic? Do you want to work as part of a team to ensure that all children achieve their potential in a happy and safe environment? Do you enjoy opportunities to have a positive impact on children, including chances to lead the class? We are looking for an enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our team in key stage 1. This position would involve some class cover in the class you are based.  

This is a maternity cover position starting in September 2020. 

Hours of work: 25 hours per week (Tuesday to Friday: 8.30am- 3.15/30pm with 30-45 minute lunch break- exact timings to be agreed at interview). 

 

Salary: Kent Range 3 (FTE: £17,365. Pro rata'd salary £9,805.20). Any class cover paid at Kent Range 6. 

We are seeking a candidates who will:

  • Work as an effective team player;
  • Be self-motivated;
  • Confidently lead the class when required (e.g. teacher planning time); 
  • Effectively promote the vision, aims and positive ethos of the school;
  • Be innovative and enthusiastic;
  • Have high expectations of children’s achievement and a commitment to inspiring learners;
  • Support children over playtimes and for part of the lunchtime period. 

Do you have these attributes?

  • NVQ level 2 or 3 in Child Care and Education/Supporting Teaching and Learning, or a commitment to working towards this;
  • Experience in phonics and interventions for SEN children;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • A good standard of maths, English and ICT skills;
  • The ability to be flexible and adaptable;
  • Organised and able to work independently, recording children's progress where required;
  • Will initiate and participate in play activities or interventions during lunchtimes, encouraging children to engage.

 

Unfortunately we are unable to offer visits to the school during the National lockdown period, however please visit our website (www.cranbrook-cep.kent.sch.uk) or call the school to speak to the headteacher, if you would like to find out more.  

Information about the school

Cranbrook Church of England Primary School is a one form entry school which mainly serves the rural town of Cranbrook and some outlying areas. Our school community is committed to ensuring that all children reach their potential.

We have outstanding staff, supportive parents, talented and motivated pupils, skilled governors and a strong sense of purpose based on our motto: Learn, Grow, Shine.

Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01580 712270

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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.