Teaching Assistant - Part-time - Special Needs Position

Danecourt School, Gillingham

• Ref:KCC887-7031-18S
• Posted:18/07/2021
• Pay:NJC Grade D2 point 4 + SEN Allowance
• Start Date:31 August 2021
• App Close Date:06/08/2021 at 12:00
• Interviews:13th August 2021

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Grade – D2  point 4 (£18,933  FTE )+ SEN Allowance

Contracted Hours 28.75

Working Weeks 39

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: 31st August 2021

Danecourt is part of the Maritime Multi-Academy Trust, an innovative partnership of Academies in Greenwich and Kent & Medway. Our academies transform through collaboration and an entrepreneurial curriculum which equips children with life skills. 

Danecourt is a special school catering for primary aged children who have special educational needs. The school caters for children with a wide breadth of need including complex learning difficulties, autism and social emotional mental health needs. We enjoy a range of specialist facilities and additional therapy support along with outdoor learning spaces and sensory play rooms.

At Danecourt our mission is to provide all pupils with a “stimulating learning environment where every individual is valued, respected, safe and successful”. All pupils receive a personalised curriculum tailored to meet their specific needs.

Danecourt are expanding so this is a great time to be joining our friendly team, as a committed teaching assistant with some previous experience.

We are looking for a staff member who:

• Ideally has a NVQ level 2 or equivalent in an aspect of child care or SEND practice
• Some experience of working with pupils with specific SEND needs including ASD
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills (Equivalent to GCSE Grade A-C)
• Willingness to provide personal care and hygiene to children as required
• Ability to co-operate and work as part of a team and to be pro-active in using own initiative
• A commitment and passion for inclusive education along with a patient, flexible and positive manner.

As an employee of the Maritime Trust you can expect:

• a positive working environment
• national terms and conditions
• tailored programmes of CPD with cross trust development opportunities
• a generous package of staff benefits.  

Further information about the Trust is available at www.Maritimeacademytrust.org and further information about our school can be found on our website - https://www.danecourtschool.com/

The Trust and its academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS clearance and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should suitable applicants be found, therefore early applications are recommended

Closing Date: Friday 6th August 2021

Interview Date: 13th August 2021

Information about the school

Danecourt School is part of the Maritime Academy Trust, an innovative partnership of schools in Greenwich, Bexley, Kent, and Medway. Across the Trust, we believe in transforming education through collaboration, creativity, and an entrepreneurial curriculum that equips children with essential life skills.

At Danecourt, we are proud to be a specialist primary school for pupils with a wide range of needs — including complex learning difficulties and autism. Every child here is valued, supported, and challenged to achieve their personal best.

Our mission is to help all pupils become “STARS” -

S - Self reliant T - Team Players A - Aspirational R - Resilient S - Successful

We achieve this through a personalised curriculum tailored to each child’s individual needs. Our highly trained and dedicated staff have the highest expectations for every pupil — celebrating difference, encouraging curiosity, and unlocking potential in every lesson.

Collaboration sits at the heart of all we do. We work closely with families, carers, and specialist agencies to ensure every child thrives academically, emotionally, and socially. Pupil progress and achievement are celebrated in meaningful ways that reflect the uniqueness of each learner.

If you’re interested in joining our community, we warmly welcome you to visit us — meet our pupils and staff, see our approach in action, and experience the truly special atmosphere that defines Danecourt School.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Michelle Munden
• Address:Hotel Road, Watling Street, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 6AA
• Telephone: 01634 232589
• Email: info@danecourt-maritime.org