Royal Park Primary Academy

We are a two form entry primary school, set in 9 acres of land with our own indoor swimming pool, 4 full size sports courts and our own forest. We are close to a local rail and bus services and have ample staff car parking. We have designed our own curriculum which encourages our children to dream big, work hard and be the best that we can be, with an emphasis on empowering the children to make a difference. Our results were above national average but most importantly the children have fun and engage well with the curriculum.

We take the wellbeing of our staff extremely seriously and pride ourselves on a strong and supportive work culture.  The school offers flexi-days (authorised time off in term time) to all staff, wellbeing initiatives and team building events.
Please visit: https://www.royalpark-tkat.org/

TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust is a large Multi-Academy Trusts with over 40 Primary and Secondary Academies in the in the South of England.

We aim to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. We focus on pupil progress and attainment, and regularly share knowledge, insight and experience. We believe passionately in the power of collaborative working and actively promote school-to-school support. Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do and we strive to inspire learners and change lives as a result of our exceptional education.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated practitioner to join our school.

This role is specifically to support our SEN children in our ASD unit. Providing support with speech and language, occupational therapy and physiotherapy, alongside the relevant professionals, will also form part of the role.

Professional experience of working with children with special educational needs is essential.

A passion for working with children and boundless energy is essential. If you would like to work in an exciting and dynamic environment where the children are at the heart of everything we do, then this position is for you.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact the school on 0208 300 7646 or at businessmanager@royalpark-tkat.org

Please refer to the Person Specification.

To apply for this vacancy please visit our website https://www.royalpark-tkat.org

Under Our School you will find a vacancies section and at the bottom of the page the School Support Vacancies, click on this and it will take you to a page with all TKAT vacancies – click on the Royal Park Teaching Assistant advert and the relevant information about the vacancy will be displayed. Click on the apply button and complete from there. You will also be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form with your application. CVs will not be accepted.

Alternatively, please contact the school on office@royalpark-tkat.org for a paper application, which should be sent to Riverside Road, Sidcup, Kent DA14 4PX. The closing date for applications is as stated above.

References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to interview.

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Royal Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.

Royal Park is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.