Kindergarten Assistant (30 Hours) - Term Time

Folkestonegirls; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking kindergarten as a dedicated Kindergarten Assistant, where you'll support young learners in their journey to success. This role offers a chance to work with fabulous children and a friendly team, fostering a nurturing environment that prioritizes both pupil and staff wellbeing. With ongoing professional development opportunities and a commitment to excellence in education, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students. If you are enthusiastic, patient, and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD

Supportive team

Career progression opportunities

Focus on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Must have an early years qualification.
• Keen interest in supporting children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Support children as a key worker in the Kindergarten setting.
• Build rapport with children and parents.

Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Patience

Communication

Education

Early Years Qualification

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and energeticKindergarten Assistantto join our team at Folkestone Primary Kindergarten. We are looking for a candidate who is dedicated, enthusiastic, patient and caring tosupport our children to learn and achieve success. You will provide support as a key worker to a group of childrenwithin the Kindergarten setting.

Are you...

• Someone who has the highest expectations of themselves and others?
• A dedicated team player with energy, drive and creativity?
• Able to work collaboratively and act with initiative?
• Of the belief that all children can do well and have a desire to help them achieve?
• Ambitious and committed to your own professional development?
• Able to demonstrate a willingness to take on board advice in order to develop further?

Do you…

• Have anearly years qualification (essential)
• Have a keen interest in supporting children’s learning?
• Have the ability to build a rapport withchildren and parents

In return, we can offer...

• Fabulous children who want to learn
• A fantastic supporting and friendly team of staff
• Ongoing CPD & support for future career progression
• A school which takes pupil & staff wellbeing seriously
• Supportive central Trust team, governors & a dedicated staff team who are continually willing to learn
• A genuine opportunity to make a difference & be part of our journey to set a new standard in non-selective, knowledge rich education.

Employees are expected to contribute to the wider life of the school community and candidates should be mindful of this when applying for the position.

Please state your strengths and experience on your application form.

30hours a week. 12 noon to 6pm. Monday to Friday.

Term Time + INSET Days

Shortlisted candidates may be observed working with children as part of the selection process and will be expected to have visited the school prior to interview.

We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.