1:1 Learning Support Assistant
St Faith's at Ash School
Kent
- Expired
- Salary:
- Salary to be covered by local authority
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 4 April 2025
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint an energetic, enthusiastic and engaging teaching assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child in Year 5 with specific SEND needs, supporting the teaching staff and Head of Learning Enhancement in the child’s development.
The successful candidate will join a a supportive, caring and professional team and we invite applications from high quality candidates with an understanding of best practice for teaching and learning and educational needs of the children. Up-to-date knowledge of current learning strategies for children with SEND needs is preferable.
Vacancy is commencing April 2025.
Hours, Salary & Benefits:
Hours: Fixed term contract until end of Summer Term 25. There’s a chance of extension. Term time only. 26 hours per week, Mon, Tue, Thurs (all day), Weds and Fri mornings only.
Salary: to be covered by local authority
Benefits:
- 5% employer pension
- Shopping discount card
- Means tested staff discount
- Personal accident at work cover
- On-site parking
- Access to the group's counselling scheme
- Access to fully funded apprenticeships, up to L7
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head of Learning Enhancement with SEND interventions for the child.
- Continuously assess the pupil to moderate their learning and maximise potential.
- Create a stimulating teaching environment with appropriate resources.
- Follow a written plan that includes the school's curriculum for the child.
- Liaise with parents as needed and monitor the child's development.
- Supervise the child at all times, ensuring their safety.
Person Specification:
- Teaching assistant qualification (desirable)
- Understanding of current SEND learning strategies
- Proficient in Maths, English and IT
- Ability to follow directions from Senior Leadership and Class Teachers
- To be creative and flexible
- To have a child-centred approach, inspiring enthusiasm for learning
- Have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, being a strong team player and an understanding of the school’s ethos
For full details, please see the attached candidate pack.
Attached documents
About St Faith's at Ash School
From the street, all that is visible of St Faith’s Prep is a handsome Victorian villa, but venture through the gates and you will discover a vibrant and exciting school, bursting with energy and the joy of learning.
St Faith’s is an independent prep school and nursery for boys and girls aged two to eleven. Located in the village of Ash, we serve a broad catchment area covering much of East Kent, including Canterbury, Dover, Sandwich, Ramsgate, Herne Bay and all points in-between. With five acres of playgrounds, sports pitches, an all-weather court, swimming pool and distant views of the beautiful Kent countryside, the school and nursery offer extensive opportunities for outdoor play and learning.
Our happy, inquisitive children enjoy discovering the wonders of the world around them. Class sizes are kept small, allowing the school to provide individually tailored learning to ensure that each pupil achieves his or her potential. As a result, despite being non-selective, we have an outstanding record of success in the Kent Test, with a high percentage of our Year 6 leavers typically securing places at the local grammar schools. A good number of our talented Year 6 pupils also gain major scholarships to local Independent Senior Schools.
At St Faith’s, pupils benefit from a broad and exciting curriculum in a safe and nurturing environment. On completing their time at the school, pupils leave happy, confident and well prepared for the next stage of their education. Competitive sport is highly prized, and pupils regularly take part in football, netball, hockey, cricket, rounders and cross country competitions.
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