Teaching Assistant - Folkestone - Term Time

Woodlands; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Folkestone is seeking dedicated teaching assistants to join their team. The positions are term-time only with working hours from 8:50 am to 3:25 pm. You will have the chance to gain experience across various classes, including Primary and Specialist. The Beacon offers extensive training opportunities, a Local Government Pension scheme, and a commitment to employee welfare. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction

School holidays off work

Opportunities for internal progression

On-site parking

Local Government Pension scheme

Wellbeing days

Extensive training offerings

Annual flu vaccinations for staff

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school environment or with children is highly desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering educational programs.
• Support pupils in a diverse range of classes.
• Ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Ability to work with diverse pupil needs

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Folkestone Site - Teaching assistants

With the ongoing growth and development in our Beacon community, we are excited to add to our fantastic team of teaching assistants.

This role is TERM TIME only and based at our FOLKESTONE site, where you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of classes. As our school is purpose built, for a diverse range of pupil needs, we can offer the opportunity togain experiencein Primary, Secondary, Sixth form or Specialist Classes such as ABA or PMLD.

Hours are 8.50am to 3.25pm Monday to Friday, term time only plus five INSET days (39 working weeks per year)

Actual Salary: KSA £19,392 inc. Special Educational Needs Allowance

The benefits of working at The Beacon include:

• a comprehensive induction
• school holidays off work
• Opportunities for internal progression
• on-site parking
• great Local Government Pension scheme
• wellbeing days
• extensive training offerings
• opportunities to gain qualifications inc. GCSE and Teacher Training
• annual flu vaccinations for staff
• employee Assistance Programme -inc. counselling and GP/Nurse services

We are extremely proud and passionate about showcasing our school and the work we do, if you would like to arrange a visit prior to application - please get in contact.

The Beacon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note that this position is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and two satisfactory references.

Subject to the volume of candidates, we may shortlist on a rolling basis and/or close the role before the end date shown.