1:1 Teaching Assistant - Temporary

Here at St Stephens Infant School, we want to make learning fun, challenging and relevant, while engaging all children in a curriculum which builds on skills and experiences to prepare them to be leaders of the future.
This is a fabulous opportunity for a dedicated and organised person to join the school team at an exciting time as we merge with the Turner Schools Trust in September.
We aim to provide an encouraging atmosphere where children and staff can work together, learn from each other, and strive to achieve their best, guided by our key values. We actively encourage and support the development of all staff, in order to achieve the highest standards for all.
Right now, we have an outstanding opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant, who puts the children at the heart of everything they do.
Experience supporting children with additional needs is desirable, it is not essential; your numeracy and literacy will be of a high enough standard to support and extend children throughout the primary age range. You will be able to communicate effectively with children and adults, have a flexible attitude, a good sense of humour, and be friendly and approachable. Good time management and the ability to work on your own initiative are essential.
Responsibilities will include:
+ The 1:1 support of a unique individual with challenging behaviours across all areas of the curriculum
+ To work alongside the SENCO and other professionals to support the individual
+ Regular feedback and liaison with the class teacher
+ Keeping records of progress and behaviour
+ Working closely with other members of staff to give and receive support
+ Preparing resources and some administrative work
+ Following and implementing the school's behaviour policy and THRIVE ethos
This position is temporary until 31st August 2025 for 32.5 hours, working Monday to Friday (8:30am to 3.30pm). Term Time + INSET days. From September you will be paid on Turner Schools Academy Range 4+ £22,373 (£16,903 pro-rata).
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other pre-employment checks which must be undertaken before the role is confirmed by the school.
Our Trust is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks.
Our Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the diversity within our community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
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The Inspira Academy Trust is a small MAT comprising currently of 2 schools within Canterbury in Kent.
Our Mission is to:
+ Create a welcoming environment in our schools where everyone feels happy, safe, included and are empowered to develop and practice independence.
+ Instil a love of learning and encourage pride in all achievements through the foundations of a high quality curriculum.
Our Vision is to:
+ Be a high performing trust with uncompromising standards and high expectations.
+ Champion learning at the centre of our communities.
+ Promote and ensure the well-being and safeguarding of pupils at all times so they feel secure, happy and safe.
+ Enrich learning through engaging indoor and outdoor environments.
+ Have passionate, high quality staff who encourage a love of learning, evoke curiosity and stimulate imagination.
+ Enable pupils to achieve their potential, be well prepared for the next stage of their education and instill aspirations for their futures.
+ To offer opportunity for all through the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion whilst challenging social injustice and inequality enabling bright futures for all.
Our Way is to:
+ Be guided by our key values; perseverance, kindness, respect, honesty and fairness.
+ Make learning fun, challenging and stimulating, using a creative and cutting edge curriculum.
+ Provide an atmosphere where pupils and staff feel safe, secure and valued and are empowered to achieve their full potential.
+ Be a family of schools strengthened by the support from parents/carers, children and the wider school community.