Teaching Assistant (KS 1 / 2) - Term Time

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated colleague to join the Greenfields' team as a Teaching Assistant with preferably a Level 3 qualification in childcare or equivalent. This is a permanent position starting as soon as possible for 32.5 hours a week, term time only. This role will be in Key Stage 1 or 2 depending on the successful candidates skill set/experience.
You will need to be able to work effectively with all members of school staff and children.
Teaching Assistants at Greenfields receive personalised training to help support their development, which we would happily discuss at interview. Please see our attached document for TA development routes.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed., Greenfields is an oversubscribed one and a half form entry Community Primary School with 3 nursery classes. The school is situated in South Maidstone on a large site with amazing facilities.
We have designed our own curriculum to meet the needs of our children. This includes dedicated enrichment funding and use of the school's minibuses to bring our curriculum to life e.g. regular trips to London, Harry Potter Studios, chances to explore all areas of Kent and much more!
We have become well known for our dedication to PE and school sport and are proud to have set up sporting opportunities for children across Maidstone. This has been recognised by us receiving the Platinum Sports Award.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and staff and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and online check. Please see the attached Safeguarding policy for our approach and expectation of all staff.