Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term

The Churchill School, Hawkinge

• Ref:KCC886-2692-85S
• Posted:30/09/2021
• Pay:Kent Range 3 - FTE £18,425, Pro rata £13,920
• Start Date:October 2021
• App Close Date:30/09/2021 at 10:00
• Interviews:1 October 2021

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We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational teaching assistant to start as soon as possible. If you are dedicated and passionate about teaching and learning, then this could be the position for you. We are offering a real opportunity to make a positive impact in our school. 

This position is for 32.5 hours per week (8.30am-3.30pm, including 0.5 hours each lunchtime as a Play Assistant).  This is a fixed term contract to 31.08.2022, which may be extended subject to funding.

We are looking for someone with good subject knowledge in reading, writing and maths (preferably with GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths), who has good computing skills and is able to work well as part of a large team, supporting children to make progress in their learning.

We are looking for an individual who is determined to secure the absolute best for each pupil and will work hard to ensure every child achieves everything they are capable of.

We are looking for someone who will:

• Put pupils first
• Have high expectations of all pupils and secure exceptional outcomes for all
• Be optimistic, energetic, resilient and creative
• Be active in developing positive relationships with all parents and carers
• Embrace change and innovation positively and with a good sense of humour
• Help drive our school forward to outstanding future successes

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting groups of children in achieving the lesson skill in English and maths and across all areas of the curriculum.
• Leading groups of children or 1:1 intervention programmes.
• Feeding back to the class teacher, sometimes keeping records of progress and behaviour.
• Working with the Year Group to support any social, emotional, behavioural or medical needs. 

Additionally, you will be required to supervise your class during playtime and lunchtime. This will involve supporting children with play activities and support in social situations.

We can offer:

• Fantastic children who are well behaved, enjoy school and strive to do their best
• An inspirational, dedicated and vibrant staff team
• Supportive and caring parents and governors that want the best for our children
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills through a robust performance management system.

We think it is vital that you fit well into our team. Our team are dedicated, conscientious and ambitious for our children and for our school. We work hard and we support each other. Visitors to our school often comment how friendly and positive the school is. 

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

Information about the school

The Churchill is a two form entry school in the town of Hawkinge, two miles north of Folkestone and 10 miles from Canterbury and is part of the EKC Schools Trust.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Zoe Stone
• Address:The Churchill School, Haven Drive, Hawkinge, Kent, CT18 7RH
• Telephone: 01303 893892
• Email: headteacher@churchill-hawkinge.kent.sch.uk

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