Teaching Assistant - Term Time

White Cliffs Primary School, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-2315-50S
• Posted:14/03/2022
• Pay:KR3
• Start Date:To be discussed at interview
• App Close Date:01/04/2022 at 12:00
• Interviews:22 April 2022

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White Cliffs Primary School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and motivated individual to support two children who are currently in Key Stage One.

The school is situated in the St. Radigund’s area of Dover. Overlooking the Coombe Valley, the school enjoys stunning views of Dover Castle and beautiful countryside.

We are a two-form entry primary school with the very popular Pebbles Nursery. The Early Years, Key Stage 2 and the SEND Department are housed in a new building whilst Key Stage 1 and lower Key Stage 2 are in the older but well-maintained building.

The school was inspected by Ofsted in January 2019 and was graded ‘Good’ with Early Years graded ‘Outstanding.’

Ofsted said:

‘Pupils and staff enjoy warm relationships.  Staff know pupils extremely well, helping to nurture and guide their development.  Interactions between pupils and adults are heartfelt and genuine.  In return, pupils treat the staff with the utmost respect.  Pupils flourish within this trusting and caring environment.’ 

Our school is a highly rewarding place to work and shares a wonderful team spirit. Staff are passionate about realising the full potential of every child in our care.  They are dedicated to achieving the highest possible standard.

White Cliffs Primary School has a proven track record and an excellent reputation for developing staff at all levels. We offer huge opportunities for CPD at White Cliffs, Pebbles Nursery and throughout the Trust.  This post would suit an individual that has a passion for working with children with special educational needs and who is looking for a stepping stone towards a future career in education. 

Salary: Kent Range 3. 

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.  Annual leave is not to be taken during the term and will therefore be paid in addition to salary. This equates to £13,920.43 per annum (pro rata to Kent Range 03 £18,425.00 FTE).

Informal visits are strongly recommended.  If you would like to visit the school prior to application, please contact Ms S Watson on 01304 206174.

Please complete the application form and email to: paprincipal@whitecliffs.school or download and post to Ms S Watson, PA to Headteacher, White Cliffs Primary School, St Radigund’s Road, Dover CT17 0LB.  Telephone: 01304 206174.  References will be requested prior to interview.

Information about the school

White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School is a happy and highly rewarding place to work and learn and shares a wonderful team spirit. Staff are passionate about realising the full potential of every child in our care. They are dedicated to achieving the highest possible standard.

White Cliffs has a proven track record and an excellent reputation for developing staff at all levels. We offer incredible CPD and training opportunities at White Cliffs and throughout the Trust.

The school is situated in the St. Radigund’s area of Dover. Overlooking the Coombe Valley, the school enjoys stunning views of Dover Castle and beautiful countryside.

We are a two-form entry primary school with the very popular Pebbles Nursery.

Outstanding provision for child and family welfare and well-being permeates the ethos of the school. The school was inspected by Ofsted in January 2019 and was graded ‘Good’ with our Nursery and Early Years graded ‘Outstanding.’

Ofsted said: ‘Pupils and staff enjoy warm relationships. Staff know pupils extremely well, helping to nurture and guide their development. Interactions between pupils and adults are heartfelt and genuine. In return, pupils treat the staff with the utmost respect. Pupils flourish within this trusting and caring environment.’

Our creative curriculum is enhanced by a wide variety of extracurricular clubs and activities offered throughout the year which include sports clubs, craft, arts, dance, and gardening club. We also run a very popular Breakfast Club and Care After School Time (CAST) facility.

Our children enjoy coming to school and are proud of their school community. They uphold our school ethos to ‘work hard, behave well and care for one another.’

Information about the Trust

Samphire Star Education Trust Trust (the Trust) is a family of schools which serve the south of Kent community and beyond. It comprises Astor Secondary School, Barton Junior School, Shatterlocks Infant and Nursery School, White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School. We have a well-established reputation for offering our pupils a safe and caring environment in which they can be happy and thrive as they learn. Ideas and opportunities are explored with enthusiasm through a broad and balanced curriculum throughout the Trust. All young people in our community are encouraged and supported to be the very best versions of themselves possible.

Trustees prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our staff and students. At all levels, individuals have the opportunity to extend their interests and develop their talents through collaboration and celebration within strong and imaginative teams.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Kate Trevor / Kirsty Garcia Mills
• Address:HR Team, Astor Secondary School, Astor Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT17 0AS
• Telephone: 01304200150
• Email: hr@samphirestar.com

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description
• Application Form