Teaching Assistant - Maternity

Coxheath Primary School, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-2677-177S
• Posted:22/02/2021
• Pay:Kent Range 3
• Start Date:April
• App Close Date:08/03/2021 at 09:00
• Interviews:TBC

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We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and inspiring person to join our school.

We wish to appoint a Teaching Assistant to provide 15.0 hours support every week within a class setting to cover a period of maternity leave. (The hours would be worked from 09.00-12.00)

We are looking for someone with commitment, energy and drive to join our team and work closely with staff to provide positive learning experiences for all our pupils. We expect the successful candidate to:

• Be able to support in the delivery of high quality learning experiences for all pupils.

• Have high expectations of learning and behaviour and inspire and motivate our children;

• Be supportive, nurturing and understanding with high expectations.

• Seek to make learning exciting and a positive experience.

• Communicate well with parents, carers and members of staff, as well as pupils.

• Demonstrate good communication skills both orally and written.

• Work well as part of a team;

• Be willing to contribute to school life outside of the classroom.

In return you will receive:

• Excellent professional development

• The support of committed, enthusiastic and dedicated colleagues

• A supportive and challenging environment

• Pupils who are eager to learn and a credit to the school

• Supportive parents

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children, and expects our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The governors and staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to satisfactory references, a pre-employment health check and an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Please contact Diane Creasey diane.creasey@coxheath.kent.sch if you would like further information regarding the post advertised.

Information about the school

Coxheath Primary School is a vibrant and thriving 2-form entry primary school, located on the outskirts of Maidstone, with a dedicated team of approximately 70 staff members. We are proud to be part of the Coppice Primary Partnership, which also includes Loose Primary School and St. Katherine’s School and Nursery. This partnership is invaluable, providing a wealth of exciting career opportunities for staff and offering excellent support and professional development.

At Coxheath Primary, we foster a culture of high expectations where all pupils are encouraged to take pride in their achievements. An 'Ethic of Excellence' is at the heart of everything we do, and our school community is united in its commitment to promoting the highest standards across all areas of school life. Our school is highly sought-after and oversubscribed, with waiting lists in most year groups, reflecting the strong reputation we have within the local community.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who shares our passion for educational excellence and is dedicated to upholding the high standards that make Coxheath Primary such a special place.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Karen Francis
• Address:Stockett Lane, Coxheath, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4PS
• Telephone: (01622) 745553
• Email: karenfrancis@coppicepp.org

Fax: (01622) 746986

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job description and personal specification