Teaching Assistant (ref. TA-1)

THE CALDECOTT FOUNDATION LTD; Ashford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Caldecott Foundation seeks a passionate Teaching Assistant to support children in SEMH. The role involves teamwork, resilience, and a commitment to enhancing students' learning experiences. Candidates should have the necessary GCSE qualifications and a fun, kind demeanor.

Benefits

Career progression with recognized qualifications

Health cashback scheme

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Vouchers and discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE in English and Mathematics or Level 2 qualifications.
• Passion and commitment to support children's learning.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) contexts.
• Work collaboratively with a team to improve children's outcomes.
• Provide a positive and safe environment for children.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Resilience

Creativity

Empathy

Education

GCSE Grade C or above in English

GCSE Grade C or above in Mathematics

Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy

Job description

Teaching Assistant, Smeeth, Kent.

Salary: £19,768.32 to £20,355.84for 39 weeks. This is inclusive of a paid break and annual leave.

Hours:Monday to Friday 08.30am to 4.30pm.

ABOUT US

The Caldecott Foundation has been helping children build a future for over 110 years. We provide schools, homes and therapeutic services to children and young people. We are passionate about improving outcomes for our young people, encouraging life skills, and developing their social skills through play and education, whilst having fun. We pride ourselves on providing our children and young people with exciting opportunities and an outstanding environment to live in.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to become involved in the increasingly important area of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH). We are looking for dedicated, passionate, and committed Teaching Assistants.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children, works well as part of a team and has a good sense of humour! Ideally you will be resilient, highly skilled, enthusiastic and reliable and who can support our young people to achieve in all areas of the curriculum.

You must have GCSE (Grade C or above) in English and Mathematics or Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy and be able to communicate effectively with children and adults.

WHAT KIND OF PERSON DO WE NEED?

• Someone who is fun, kind, a safe and reliable role model
• Calm, enthusiastic, creative, and have a great sense of humour
• A team player, who is keen to grow and work on their own skills
• Physically fit and not offended by the odd swear word
• Resilient, emotionally aware, and level-headed
• Able to see beyond behaviour and seek to understand the communication of need

WHAT WE CAN GIVE YOU

The benefits you receive will increase over time in recognition of your commitment and dedication and include:

• Solid career progression, with recognised qualifications, up to and including Masters level, funded by the company
• a health cashback scheme (which covers you and up to four children),
• a company pension scheme
• an employee assistance programme
• vouchers and discounts off retail, food, and entertainment
• a cycle to work scheme

The Caldecott Foundation is committed to safeguarding children. We follow safer recruitment guidelines, and all appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service

Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorships