Physically Disabled Resource Teaching Assistant

Our new staff and Early Career Teacher (ECT) programmes are tailored to individual needs, offering mentorship, shadowing opportunities and exposure to diverse school roles. As the local cluster lead for ECT training in partnership with UCL, we provide dedicated weekly mentor meetings and at least three professional development sessions each half term.

We have a vacancy for a Teaching Assistant to support pupils' learning in our popular and expanding Physically Disabled Resource (PDR). The successful candidate will work alongside class teachers to help meet the needs of individual pupils, allowing them to make rapid and sustained progress in all areas of their development. A good general education, pleasant personality and the ability to work as part of a team are key. Why choose Kennet School? Joining our school community means becoming part of an open, collaborative environment where trust in our professionals is paramount. We pride ourselves on outstanding facilities and abundant resources that empower our educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences. We are seeking applicants who bring creativity, a forward-thinking attitude, and an unapologetic passion for enabling young people to reach their fullest potential. At our school, innovation is encouraged, and every voice matters in shaping an educational landscape where pupils thrive.

Explore what makes Kennet School a unique and rewarding place to build your career. Here, you'll find all the details on our values, culture and current vacancies., At Kennet School, learning is at the heart of everything we do. Whilst many schools make this claim, for us, it's a defining principle that guides our approach every day. Kennet is a vibrant, supportive and purposeful place to work, offering diverse career opportunities across a wide range of roles. Our staff includes forward-thinking, creative educators who are genuinely passionate about their subjects. Our motto, Excellence through Endeavour, isn't just for our pupils; it's a guiding value for our entire community. We value a welcoming and rewarding atmosphere, reflected in the number of staff who progress into leadership roles or return to Kennet after gaining experience elsewhere. Staff at Kennet live by educationalist Dylan Wiliam's mantra: "If we create a culture where every teacher believes they need to improve, not because they aren't good enough but because they could be even better, there is no limit to what we can achieve.", Founded in 1957, Kennet School has grown into a vibrant, ambitious 11-18 comprehensive school. Today, we serve around 1,800 pupils, with a thriving Sixth Form of approximately 350 students. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in numerous awards and accreditations, including Artsmark Platinum, Exceptional Schools Award, Music Mark School, and the Sandwell Well-Being Charter Mark, which focuses on the mental health and well-being across our organisation.

Salary Range: B2-C5 depending on experience Hours: 27.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday), plus 3 occasional days Working Hours: 9am-3:30pm. Kennet School embraces flexible working, and we are open to discuss possibilities for flexible working across all positions. All reasonable adjustments may be discussed during interview., All staff have access to a range of benefits including a Cycle Scheme, local government pension scheme and annual flu jab. Kennet School is a highly oversubscribed and ambitious academy which seeks staff who are keen to contribute to the fuller life of the school.,

• High quality professional growth programmes and clear opportunities for progression
• Supportive culture with lesson observation and coaching
• Career support tailored to all levels of experience
• State-of-the-art facilities and resources
• Discount at our onsite Leisure Centre
• Cycle to Work scheme
• FREE access to Office 365 & Adobe Creative Cloud
• FREE IT training courses
• Discounted vehicle breakdown cover
• Childcare support
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