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SEN Teaching Assistant 1:1 Support - Temporary

Steephill Independent School, Fawkham

  • Ref:KCC886-6024-3S
  • Posted:30/11/2021
  • Pay:£12.60 per hour
  • Start Date:January 2022
  • App Close Date:07/01/2022 at 17:00
  • Interviews:TBA

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Steephill School wishes to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant from January 2022 to work with one child in Year 2 (mostly in class) throughout the school day.

The post is full time and temporary, Monday to Friday 8:45am - 3:30pm. The salary is £12.60 per hour. The ideal candidate will be personable, patient, and approachable. They will need to be flexible and able to adapt to the child’s ever-changing needs and behaviours. They should show a willingness and interest to learn about the child’s specific needs and find creative ways to support him.

The 1:1 assistant will need to build a trusting relationship with the child and his family to provide reliable support. They will show initiative but also take direct lead and guidance from Class Teachers, SENCO and play therapist.

Information about the school

Steephill School is a coeducational independent day school, for pupils aged from three to eleven years old. It is situated in the beautiful Fawkham Valley area between Dartford and Gravesend in a quiet lane overlooking the thirteenth century St Mary’s Church.    

The school was founded in 1935 by Miss Eileen Bignold, who established its excellent reputation for high academic standards. In 1990, the school became a charitable trust administered by a Board of Governors.     

Our small classes (maximum 16) bring out the best in young children who receive all the help and encouragement they need from our qualified, experienced teachers. Each child benefits from the individual attention necessary to achieve his or her full potential. 

As a small school the staff, parents and children all know each other and this contributes to our happy, family atmosphere.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Gail Brimsted
  • Address:Off Castle Hill, Fawkham, Kent, DA3 7BG
  • Telephone: 01474 702107
  • Email: secretary@steephill.co.uk

Documents

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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.