14 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    March/April 2025

  • Closing date

    28 February 2025 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    31 January 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Fixed term - 1 Year

Full-time equivalent salary

£23,747 - £24,743 FTE

Actual salary

£18,021 - £18,776 Pro Rata

What skills and experience we're looking for

  • The Whitstable School
  • £23,747 - £24,743 FTE (£18,021 - £18,776 Pro Rata) – SAT B
  • 32.5 hours per week
  • Term Time + 5 Staff Development Days
  • Fixed Term, 1 year Contract

Are you passionate about supporting children, recognising individual qualities and strengths, and aspiring to attain excellence in learning support?

We are looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our SEND department and to support a student on a 1-1 basis.

We are looking for someone who:

- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

- Is able to support children with a range of special needs and disabilities;

- Is able to deliver support, both in the classroom or with targeted groups;

- Is a committed team player with energy and drive;

- Is able to communicate with parents/carers and colleagues;

- Is able to keep detailed observation records;

- Is dedicated, enthusiastic, patient and caring;

- Is able to support students with interventions.

What the school offers its staff

Why work for us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join our school.

Please visit www.thewhitstableschool.org.uk for more about 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.

Additional benefits include:

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

Further details about the role

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

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and seek to reflect the diverse community we serve. Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements.

Applications should be made through Kent Teach, or by submitting a SAT Application Form to Natasha.kingsford@swale.at. interviews may take place before the allocated date. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you are interested in this post and require further information, please contact Lisa Murphy, Assistant Headteacher/SENDCo, at lisa.murphy@swale.at or 01227 931300.

We’re happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

We are able to offer Flexible Working for candidates that would like to discuss this.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2).

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details/application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Dates: TBC

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to Natasha.kingsford@swale.at

CVs are not accepted.

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About The Whitstable School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
School size
1122 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Phone number
01227 931300

Arranging a visit to The Whitstable School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lisa.murphy@swale.at.

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