Key Stage 2 Classroom Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Sittingbourne is seeking a dedicated Key Stage 2 Classroom Teaching Assistant to support Year 5 students. The role involves working with children of varying abilities, assisting with interventions, and contributing to a vibrant learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in Key Stage 2 and relevant qualifications, with opportunities for further development and potential progression into teaching.

Benefits

Opportunities for further skill development through training

Potential progression into teaching

A happy, vibrant working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in Key Stage 2 is essential.
• Good understanding of the national curriculum.
• Experience with interventions or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support a range of abilities in small groups.
• Carry out interventions planned by the class teacher.
• Support whole class activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in child care

Job description

Key Stage 2 Classroom Teaching Assistant, Sittingbourne

Client: Kent Tech

Location: Sittingbourne

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 07cce73e2ba5

Job Views: 2

Posted: 21.05.2025

Expiry Date: 05.07.2025

Job Description:

We wish to appoint a dedicated and motivated teaching assistant for our Year 5 class. Experience in Key Stage 2 is essential. This position involves supporting a range of abilities in small groups, carrying out interventions planned by our class teacher, and supporting whole class activities. You will be supported by an experienced team of teachers, the Senior Leadership Team, and accomplished teaching assistants.

We offer:

• Fantastic children praised by OFSTED for their behaviour and attitudes to learning
• A school committed to inclusive teaching and learning standards
• A happy, vibrant working environment
• Opportunities for further skill development through training (external and internal)
• Potential progression into teaching for the right candidate

We are ideally looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working within Key Stage 2
• Has a good understanding of the national curriculum
• Has experience with interventions or willingness to learn
• Possesses necessary qualifications - ideally NVQ Level 2/3 in child care
• Can communicate effectively and work as part of a team

This is a part-time position for 27.5 hours a week during term time. Additional hours may be available for after school care, starting in September 2024.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.