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SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Part Time - Part-time - Special Needs Position

Horsted School, Chatham

  • Ref:MED887-2439-10S
  • Posted:22/04/2021
  • Pay:NJC payscale C2 between 12 - 25
  • Start Date:1st September 2021
  • App Close Date:20/05/2021 at 10:00
  • Interviews:Week commencing Monday 24th May 2021

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team at Horsted School, Chatham. We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with children and is committed to raising the standards of children with SEND and help support them in their learning. The successful applicant will be expected to deliver focussed intervention for vulnerable learners; plan for, resource and deliver high quality learning.

The post is term time only, 19.50 hours a week, which will be four mornings a week and one full day (to include planning and preparation time). Pay is on NJC salary scale C2 points 12-25 part time pro rata  depending on experience.  Previous experience is preferred but not essential for the right candidate.

The initial contract is fixed term and will have an end date of 22nd July 2022

Essential qualities & skills:

  • An individual who has the ability to enthuse and motivate children
  • A commitment to the highest standards of learning
  • Relevant and recent experience of working in a school, preferably in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
  • An ability to communicate, work as part of a successful team, take on board advice, use their initiative and meet deadlines
  • An individual who is organised, efficient and flexible in their approach
  • A good level of English, maths (at least NVQ level 2 or Grade C GCSE/ O' level) and a willingness to further professional development 
  • Proficiency in the use of ICT  
  • Experience in adapting and differentiating  learning experiences to cater for individual needs and how to plan for and celebrate small steps of progress.
  • Ideally a good understanding phonetical and language develoment
  • Understanding of various needs including ASC, ADHD, MLD and Dsylexia (not essential but preferred)

This role will have a significant impact on improving the outcomes for these pupils with SEND and therefore be incredibly rewarding for someone dedicated to the role

Please note that these posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS and receipt of 2 good references.

Information about the school

Horsted School is a Federated Infants and Junior school taught across 14 classes. We have been rated as Good in recent Ofsted Inspections with outstanding features. The school has 428 pupils on roll and a supportive staff and Governing Body. As an employer, we value honesty, respect, diligence and commitment whilst supporting well-being.

Horsted school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please telephone the school on 01634 335405 for more information. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Closing date: 18th April 2024 Interviews: w/c 22nd April 2024

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Anne-Marie O'Neill Mayne
  • Address:Barberry Avenue, Chatham, Kent, ME5 9TF
  • Telephone: 01634 335400
  • Email: finance@horstedschool.co.uk
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.