Teaching Assistant - Key Stage 2 - Maternity

Wittersham CEP School, Tenterden

Ref:KCC886-3346-51S
Posted:25/06/2020
Pay:Kent Range 3
Start Date:September 2020
App Close Date:15/07/2020 at 09:00
Interviews:20th July 2020

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We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant for a Key Stage 2 class. This is for maternity cover. You will be part of a forward thinking team who put children's learning and well-being at the heart of everything we do. In our January 2020 'good' Ofsted report, the school is described as a happy, welcoming school where children thrive within a harmonious and trusting environment. The HMI reported that "misbehaviour is rare because lessons are interesting and pupils want to learn." "All staff are proud to work at the school. They are highly positive about leaders' concern for their workload and well-being." Our 'outstanding' June 2017 SIAMS inspection report, celebrated the excellent behaviour and respectful relationships in and around the school.

If you are passionate about children's learning, ambitious about developing excellent practice and a team player with a sense of fun, then Wittersham is the school for you!

The Successful Candidate will:

Have experience as a Teaching Assistant working with primary age children.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to create a positive, inclusive atmosphere.
Be flexible, hardworking and highly reliable.
Have excellent maths and literacy skills.
Preferably have an NVQ 2 or equivalent.

We can offer you:

Happy, engaged and articulate children who are eager to learn and proud of their school.
A friendly, creative, committed team of staff in a school with a positive atmosphere.
A supportive parent community.
Professional development opportunities.
A school in a beautiful environment with a large sports pitch, swimming pool, reflection area and wildlife garden.

Informal visits to the school for a tour are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01797 270329.

Information about the school

Come and Make a Difference at Wittersham Church of England Primary School!

At Wittersham, we all want to make a difference – to offer children the best opportunities to learn and succeed and grow into happy, confident, and sociable young people.

We are seeking to appoint a Wrap Around Care Leader to run our Before and After School provision from September 2025. This is a permanent part-time position, offering the opportunity to shape a safe, nurturing and engaging wrap-around care environment for our pupils.

If you are passionate about creating enriching experiences outside of the standard school day, enjoy working as part of a small, collaborative team, and are committed to supporting children’s well-being and development, then Wittersham is the school for you.

About Us We are incredibly proud of our wonderful rural school and all the pupils who embark on their journeys as part of the Wittersham family. Our Christian vision guides our decisions and actions as a proud Church of England School. This vision inspires the entire staff team and school community to ensure that every child feels valued, empowered, and nurtured.

We aim to develop a strong moral purpose in our pupils, grounded in our school values of courage, compassion, and cooperation. Children are treated as individuals and encouraged to cultivate enquiring minds, a thirst for challenge, and a ‘can-do’ attitude.

Our staff and governors are committed to achieving high standards and excellent progress, with every child at the heart of all we do. Expectations for both learning and behaviour are high, and our nurturing ethos underpins all aspects of school life.

We are looking for someone who: Has experience working with children in a care or education setting

Brings enthusiasm, creativity and patience to their daily practice

Can confidently lead sessions and create a calm, safe and fun environment

Is able to plan and deliver a range of activities suitable for different ages

Demonstrates excellent organisation and communication skills

Will support our Christian ethos and the development of the whole child

Is confident managing daily routines such as registration, snack preparation, and handovers with families

We can offer: Happy, articulate, and engaged children who are proud of their school and enjoy wrap-around provision

Good opportunities for professional development and training

A friendly, creative, and committed team with a warm, positive atmosphere

A working environment where well-being and mental health are prioritised in all decision-making

Strong support from our Governing Body and a highly engaged parent community

A thriving school in the heart of a supportive village

A beautiful rural setting with a large sports field, swimming pool, reflection garden, and nature area

SIAMS Inspection – November 2024 Wittersham was judged ‘Outstanding’ in our 2017 Church inspection (SIAMS), and in our most recent inspection in November 2024, our strong Christian ethos and values were once again celebrated.

Key strengths included:

A deeply embedded Christian vision that enables the whole school community to flourish

A culture of dignity, respect, and inclusive nurture, particularly for pupils with SEND

Loving relationships and strong partnerships with the local church and clergy

Collective worship that spiritually nurtures the whole school community

Ofsted (2020) Our most recent Ofsted inspection judged the school to be ‘Good’, noting:

“This is a happy and welcoming school. Christian values and a strong sense of community lie at the heart of this village school... Pupils thrive within this trusting and harmonious environment.”

Location and Community Our school is nestled between Tenterden and Rye, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Our rural setting enriches the Wittersham curriculum and daily life of the school. Many families travel to Wittersham to be part of our school community, and we value our close relationships with parents and carers.

Safeguarding Statement Wittersham Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

📞 Call: 01797 270329 ✉️ Email: office@wittersham.kent.sch.uk to arrange a visit 📬 For an informal chat, contact the Headteacher at headteacher@wittersham.kent.sch.uk

We warmly welcome visits to the school – come and see our vision in action.

Job Contact Information

Name:Mrs Caroline Penn
Address:The Street, Wittersham, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 7EA
Telephone: (01797) 270329
Email: office@wittersham.kent.sch.uk

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