Westfield (On-Site)
Contract, Part time
£24,027 per annum pro rata
22.5
Job introduction
About the role
Teaching Assistant required at Westfield School
Starting as soon as possible
1 year fixed term contract
Westfield is a popular one-form entry village school, set in the countryside just outside of Hastings. We believe our role, as educators, is to prepare children to be successful in life. We aim to create well-rounded, self-motivated individuals who are healthy, confident, happy and achieve the best they can.
We are a good school and we are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our team to inspire our children and to work creatively alongside the class teacher to provide an innovative and engaging curriculum that enables everyone to achieve their goals.
We need someone who
- is passionate, patient and nurturing who can be flexible in their approach to this varied and busy role
- has a positive attitude to help and encourage children with their learning
- has a strong understanding of the principles of child development and learning processes
- can work with individuals as well as targeted groups in adult led and child initiated activities contributing to observations and assessments
This role requires you to undertake basic First Aid training if you do not currently have that qualification, as well as assisting during lunchtimes to encourage positive play.
At Westfield, we foster a love of learning for everyone and are committed to ongoing professional development for all staff. We can offer you a warm, welcoming and supportive environment with engaged and enthusiastic children. Visits are welcome, come and see our vision in action!
Our recruitment pack can be found on our school website, https://westfield.e-sussex.sch.uk/vacancies-at-westfield-school/
For further information please contact our school office on office@westfield.e-sussex.sch.uk or call us on 01424 751 404.
CLOSING DATE: Midday 22nd April
INTERVIEWS: Wednesday 1st May
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
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.
Additional information
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.
DBS
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
Work Permits
We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
Reasonable adjustments
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Equal Opportunities
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.