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Learning Partner - Full-time

Otford Primary School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-2138-180S
  • Posted:26/04/2021
  • Pay:KR3 £18,039 FTE
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:19/05/2021 at 15:00
  • Interviews:w/c 24th May 2021

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We are looking to employ a Learning Partner full time in our two form primary school. Starting date as soon as possible. This is initially a fixed term contract for one year. This post is term time only.  The standard working day is 8:30am to 3:30pm but for the right candidate there may be some flexibility.

This role will incorporate an additional post of half an hour each day as a Midday Supervisor at KR3 range, 2.5 hours per week.

Are you looking to work within an exciting and enthusiastic team? Do you want to make a difference to children's education? Then Otford is the school for you!

We are seeking to appoint a motivated Learning Partner. The  candidate will be required to work closely with children across the school focussing on generic Learning Partner duties. The successful candidates will provide support for children to overcome a range of barriers to learning.  

The successful applicants will have a proven ability to work with initiative and will demonstrate a commitment towards children making outstanding progress in their learning. You will either hold or be willing to train as a First Aider for the school.

We can offer you the support of experienced, enthusiastic staff; considerate and respectful pupils and opportunities for ongoing professional development

The school and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The post is subject to: satisfactory references and an enhanced disclosure from the DBS. Please visit our school website for GDPR information.

If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact our Inclusion Leader, Lisa Hussain-Barden or HR Assistant Samantha Clark on  01959 523145. The deadline for applications is Wednesday 19th May.

Information about the school

Otford Primary School is located near Sevenoaks, based in the historic village of Otford. We are a two-form entry school, drawing from the village and immediate surrounding areas with committed staff and parents. We like to maximise links within the village and local community.

The School has undergone buildings and facilities development in the last few years. A large sports field and outdoor spaces are used to maximise physical activity and learning outside the classroom as well as weekly Forest School sessions off site. Please refer to our website for more information!

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and views it with paramount importance. It engages with children and staff in policy and practice developments, and proactively encourages feedback. The school requires employees to obtain a Criminal Records disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including checks against the barred list.

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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.