Teaching Assistant - Full-time

Woodlands; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Canterbury is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to start in January. This role involves supporting children with varying needs under the guidance of the teaching staff. Applicants should hold an NVQ Level 2 and preferably have experience in learning support. The position requires flexibility and a commitment to safeguarding children. The post is for 31.25 hours per week with a competitive salary. Informal inquiries can be made to the headteacher via phone or email.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with speech and language needs.
• Knowledge of special educational needs.
• Ability to work under guidance of teaching team and SENCo.

Responsibilities

• Support children with varying needs during lessons.
• Cover lunch duty.
• Work collaboratively with the teaching team.

Skills

Experience in learning support

Flexibility

Sensitivity to children's needs

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

We wish to appoint an excellent and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team to start in January. We are looking for a TA with flexibility, experience in learning support and the ability to contribute to our school’s community and vision. The successful applicant will be sensitive to children’s varying needs, but be able to work under the guidance of the teaching team, SENCo and Leadership Team.

Applicants should preferably be qualified to NVQ Level 2, and have some knowledge of the development and learning styles of children and special educational needs. A knowledge of and experience of techniques and resources for working with pupils with speech and language needs and ASC would be preferable.

The TA will be based where their strengths/experience lie and will cover lunch duty. The post will be for 31.25 hours a week. Salary -FTE £25,126 (£18,023.16 pro-rata)

For an informal chat about the position and more information please telephone Mrs Kristina Dyer (Head teacher) on 01227 464392 or email [e-mail]

Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This role involvesregulated activity relevant to children, it is the post holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people

The School will undertake an online check of shortlisted candidates in accordance with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education.

As well as the Person Specification and Job Description, please read ourChild Protection Policy.