Teaching Assistant

Swale Academies Trust; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Salary Sacrifice AVC

Employee Referral Recruitment Incentve

Access to training and development

On-site Parking

Discounts with local and national/ret.

Employee Assistance Programme - Wellbe

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

The Holmesdale School within Swale Academies Trust invites applications for a Teaching Assistant. The role supports teachers, enabling pupils to access learning, both in small groups and one-to-one.

The successful candidate will help pupils follow instructions, foster inclusion and contribute to a positive classroom environment. Working hours are 30 hours per week during term time (39 weeks) with 5 staff development days.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a school setting or similar environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers to support teaching and learning.
• Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning and provide inclusion.
• Help pupils understand instructions and develop independent learning skills.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English Maths Science

Job description

• Term Time
• Start Date: ASAP

The Holmesdale School

30 hours per week

8.30am-3.30pm, Mon-Fri

Term Time + 5 Staff Development Days (39 weeks)

Interviews: ASAP

We have a new opportunity to appoint a caring and supportive individual as a Teaching Assistant.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be working with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff under the direction of the classroom teacher.

You will either work with individuals or small groups, supporting pupils to understand instructions and independent learning, helping to provide inclusion for all pupils.

The successful candidate would need to have:

• Experience of working with children in a similar environment;
• A good general education including English, Maths and Science GCSE's;
• Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Evidence of other TA related qualifications or training, and experience of supporting those with specific learning difficulties would be an advantage.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme - with a generous employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme - Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.