Teaching Assistant - Part-time

St Anselm's Catholic Primary School, Dartford

Ref:KCC886-3728-114S
Posted:18/10/2021
Pay:KR 3 £18,425 (pro-rata)
Start Date:January 2021
App Close Date:15/11/2021 at 12:00
Interviews:Week Commencing 22nd November

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St Anselm’s Catholic Primary School

Littlebrook Manorway, Dartford, Kent DA1 5EA

01322 225 173

mrswoodhams@st-anselms.kent.sch.uk

Teaching Assistant

Part Time - Fixed Term Contract

The governors of this successful school wish to appoint an enthusiastic and versatile individual with experience and expertise of supporting the learning and wellbeing of young children.

The TA role will involve supporting a range of children with varying needs, mainly across years 2 - 6. This support will be given when working with small groups and individual children within the classroom setting, alongside delivering targeted, planned interventions outside of the classroom.

The candidate requires:

An understanding of how to inspire and motivate children to achieve their targets.
An understanding of strategies to support and challenge pupils with mild to moderate learning difficulties.
A passion for improving the life chances of children who can find education a challenge
A nurturing, patient and understanding approach, having the best interests of the child at heart at all times

We are looking for someone who:

Is able to supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Can give effective feedback on children’s development to the class teacher and keep records accordingly
Is able to support teachers in assessing the needs of individual children
Can contribute to establishing an effective and purposeful learning environment in partnership with the teachers and other colleagues.
Is able to skilfully observe, record and feedback information on pupil performance.
Is a pro-active and co-operative team member
Is committed to supporting the vision and ethos of a Catholic School
Has the ability to communicate effectively and positively with pupils and colleagues

What we can offer:

A friendly, welcoming school with a strong Catholic Ethos
Enthusiastic, well-motivated children, keen to learn and proud of their school
Committed staff team
Supportive parents and governors
A well-resourced one form entry school

The wellbeing of our staff and children is very important to us. We have recently achieved The Wellbeing Award status in recognition of our commitment to this.

Should you wish to arrange an appointment or require an application pack, please call our school office on 01322 225173 or email mrs woodhams@st-anselms.kent.sch.uk

St Anselm’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all appointments are made subject to suitable references and receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Information about the school

St Anselm’s is a thriving one-form entry Catholic primary school with 211 children. We are a happy, welcoming and ambitious school community, proud of our strong Catholic ethos, which lies at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with parents, carers and our parish community to create a caring and effective learning environment where children are encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually. Expectations are high, and so too are the rewards: children leave St Anselm’s confident, responsible and well-prepared for the next stage of their learning journey.

What makes St Anselm’s special?

• A joyful and caring atmosphere – our children are happy, enthusiastic and eager to learn.

• A dedicated team – our teachers, teaching assistants and support staff go above and beyond to ensure every child feels valued and achieves their best.

• Strong partnerships – with families, carers and St Vincent’s Parish, creating a true sense of community.

• An inspiring curriculum – designed to spark curiosity, develop creativity and thinking skills, and nurture spirituality.

School Achievements

We are proud that our commitment to excellence has been recognised in our most recent inspections and awards.

Ofsted Inspection – January 2025

Our school was judged Outstanding in both Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development.

Inspectors recognised that:

• Our children shine with kindness, resilience and a strong sense of responsibility. • Their enthusiasm for learning and contribution to school life is exemplary. • The school excels in developing well-rounded individuals with strong values, respect for others and essential life skills.

Catholic Schools Inspection (CSI) – February 2024

St Anselm’s was judged Outstanding in all areas, reflecting the strength of our Catholic life, leadership and provision.

OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Programme

We are proud members of the OPAL programme, which enhances the quality of outdoor play for all children. In September 2025, we were awarded the OPAL Play Platinum Standard Quality Mark in recognition of our outstanding provision. These achievements reflect our unwavering commitment to nurturing confident, capable and compassionate pupils in a supportive and inspiring environment.

These achievements highlight our commitment to nurturing confident, well-rounded children who embrace challenge, show respect for others, and live out strong values in everything they do.

At St Anselm’s, we believe education should be inspiring, supportive and rooted in joy. Together, with our families and parish, we strive to create a school where children and staff truly thrive.

Job Contact Information

Name:Karen Woodhams
Address:Littlebrook Manor Way, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5EA
Telephone: (01322) 225173
Email: mrswoodhams@st-anselms.kent.sch.uk

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