Teaching Assistant (Chyngton School)
Job introduction
Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 5,85 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)
Closing date: Monday 25 September 2023
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Chyngton Schoo, Millberg Road, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 3ST
Phone: 01323 893281
Email: office@chyngton-primary.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: http://www.chyngton-primary.e-sussex.sch.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.
About the role
Teaching Assistant required
We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who has some experience of supporting children’s learning and behaviour.
The successful candidate will:
• be able to build strong and successful relationships with all children from a range of backgrounds
• be able to work both independently and as part of a team showing initiative and team spirit when required
• have a kind, consistent and therapeutic approach to managing children’s behaviour
• act as a role model for good learning and behaviour
• have some experience of supporting children with additional needs
Chyngton Primary school is a two-form entry school in Seaford that puts our children’s wellbeing and happiness at the very heart of all that we do.
Our approach to learning and support has also earned us high praise from Ofsted, who said in May 2022 “Pupils are happy at Chyngton. They are proud of their school. They say that the school values ‘Be kind, be safe, be ready for learning’ match their day-to-day experience of school.”
We are proud of our children’s learning and progress through our ambitious curriculum. We have recently joined the ‘Seaford Learning Trust’ along with Seaford Head secondary School to develop a seamless curriculum across both schools and share resources and expertise.
We can offer you:
• A thriving school community!
• Pupils who are happy and keen to learn
• Staff who are friendly, welcoming and caring
• A supportive workplace environment: "Staff feel well supported by leaders and appreciate that their workload and well-being are considered." (Ofsted May 2022)
• Comprehensive induction to our school team
• Continued professional development
We welcome visits to the school if you would like to find out some more about us.
Closing date: Monday 25 September 2023 at 9am
Interview Date: Wednesday 27 September 2023 (please ensure you are available to attend interview on this date).
For any further information, please visit our website at https://www.chyngton-primary.e-sussex.sch.uk or contact the school on 01323 893281, office@chyngton-primary.e-sussex.sch.uk.
Additional information
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.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
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.
Company information
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.