Teaching Assistant Teaching/Child Support - Term Time

Tunbury Primary School, Walderslade

Ref:KCC886-2530-269S
Posted:01/03/2021
Pay:KR3
Start Date:Start of summer term
App Close Date:12/03/2021 at 08:00
Interviews:March 2021

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Do you have a passion for learning? If so, please join us and be part of Team Tunbury!

Our teaching assistants are highly skilled and play an active and valuable role in shaping our children's learning experiences, in partnership with our teachers. We are looking to increase our overall school capacity by adding new teaching assistants to our existing team.

The hours of work are 35 hours per week, 8.30am-4.00pm, term-time only (39 weeks per year).

We are looking for one new permanent appointment of a full-time TA. We also have one vacancy for a temporary, full-time TA to provide catch-up support to our children.

The successful candidates will be qualified and experienced teaching assistants, who will also hold qualifications in English and Mathematics at GCSE Grade C or equivalent.

If you can keep our children smiling and make a difference, then please apply to our school.

Please note: unfortunately it is not possible to visit Tunbury before making an application. If you would like to learn more about the role, please phone or email us to talk to a member of our Senior Leadership Team. Our school Covid-19 risk assessment is available to view at https://www.tunbury.kent.sch.uk/Parents/Letters-Forms/ . Additionally, although this information is designed for prospective parents, you may like to find out more about our school by visiting https://www.tunbury.kent.sch.uk/New-Entrants-2020/ .

Information about the school

We are Team Tunbury, a safe, nurturing and inclusive school community where everyone is respected and valued. We inspire our children to be successful, independent life-long learners.

We are a popular three form entry school set in spacious grounds within the leafy suburbs of Walderslade, Kent. Our children are happy, well motivated and very keen to learn. The Tunbury staff team is welcoming, supportive and positive about making a difference. Our school is rated Good by Ofsted.

Tunbury 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.

Quotes from our school community:

“My children have had amazing relationships with their teachers and TAs, which has really helped them to grow.” (Team Tunbury parent/carer)

“Thank you to the whole team at Tunbury - SLT, teachers, TAs, volunteers, support staff and canteen staff! Your role is more important than you may know and I am grateful my children have the care and nurture, as well as academic support at Tunbury.” (Team Tunbury parent/carer)

“It is a place where you can feel safe and learn about all the things in the world.” (Team Tunbury pupil)

“There are amazing people to look after me.” (Team Tunbury pupil)

“Children are happy and enjoy being here.” (Team Tunbury staff member)

“What works well at Tunbury? Teamwork! I like the whole atmosphere within school. All staff are friendly to each other and have the same ambitions for the children.” (Team Tunbury staff member)

"Everyone at this school is part of ‘Team Tunbury’. Leaders have created a collaborative community. There is a real spirit of togetherness and inclusion." (Ofsted, June 2023)

Job Contact Information

Name:The Office
Address:Tunbury Primary School, Tunbury Avenue, Walderslade, Kent, ME5 9HY
Telephone: 01634 863085
Email: office@tunbury.kent.sch.uk

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