Teaching Assistant

Hours of work: 30
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only
Fixed-Term for: 8 months
Closing date: Thursday 18 January 2024

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Shinewater Primary School
Milfoil Drive
Eastbourne
East Sussex 
BN23 8ED

Phone:   01323 762129
Email:     swp-office@swale.at
Website: shinewaterprimary.co.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.  

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision.  Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.  

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.  

• School: Shinewater Primary School
• Salary: £15,731 - £16,428 Pro Rata (£22,457 - £23,453 FTE) SAT B
• 30 hours per week
• Fixed Term (Until 31st August 2024)
• Term Time + 5 Staff Development Days

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our team of Teaching Assistants.

The role will be largely based in the classroom working across different classes in Key Stage 2 and will involve implementing work programmes for individuals/groups and assisting in planning and the preparation of resources. The role will also involve providing cover for whole classes under a system of supervision for up to 30% of employed time throughout the school year.

The successful candidate will: 

• Have a good standard of education; 
• Have experience of supporting children in a classroom environment, including those with special educational needs in key stage 2 (Experience of working in year 6 is highly desirable); 
• Have excellent knowledge of positive behaviour strategies; 
• Be able to work within a team; 
• Have understanding of the issues surrounding the safeguarding of children and commitment to child welfare and safety;

Shinewater Primary School is a friendly, happy and hardworking environment where respect for others, positive attitudes towards work and behaviour are encouraged and nurtured. Our school values all children and all staff work hard to help every child reach his or her full potential. Children work in a caring, stimulating environment and respond well to the schools positive discipline policy.

Join us to benefit from:

• Working in a supportive, friendly team where everyone is valued;
• Being part of a successful trust;
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a very generous employer contribution;
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice;
• Ride to Work Scheme;
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive.

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

If you are interested in this post, please contact Emma Loncarevic, Office Manager for an informal discussion. emma.loncarevic@swale.at  and 01323 762129

Completed application forms should be sent to Emma Loncarevic, emma.loncarevic@swale.at or by post to Shinewater Primary School, Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne East Sussex BN23 8ED. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.  

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

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

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

Interview Date: w/c 22nd January 2024

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.