Teaching Assistant

Position Description

General information

Reference

SCH9349  

Publication start date

19/11/2024

Application Closing Date

06/12/2024

Vacancy Description

Title

Teaching Assistant

Service Area/School

Schools - Royal Park Primary Academy

About Us

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,we strive to inspire learners & change lives as a result of our exceptional provision. 

About the Role

Are you passionate about teaching and learning?

 

Do you want to work at a school that was recently graded Outstanding in Personal Development and Good in all other areas by ofsted?

 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join us at Royal Park Primary Academy. Our school works to transform the lives of the children and community we serve.

 

Our children are curious learners, who engage readily with their learning, consistently demonstrate our values and want to do their very best.

 

Excellent practices and systems in our school mean excellent learning behaviours and that all children, including those with additional needs, are happy, successful and confident.

 

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

Candidate Profile

Please refer to the Person Specification attached.

How To Apply

Your Application

 

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.

Grade

Bexley 4 Salary £27,729 FTE

Contract Type

Permanent

Employment Details

Contract Hours

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Salary

£21,475 per annum

Benefits

We offer:

● Local Government Pension Scheme.
● 24 days Annual Leave (rising to 28 after 5 years' service) plus bank holiday entitlement (pro-rata for part-time)
● Employee Assistance Programme
● Effective CPD opportunities
● Collaborative working with other schools
● Excellent ICT facilities
● Opportunities for flexible working

Vacancy Location

Location

South East, London, Royal Park Primary Academy

Attachments

Attachment 1

Job Description and Person Specification TA.pdf (97 Kb) Download attachment 

Attachment 2

Privacy-Notice-for-Applicants.pdf (756 Kb) Download attachment 

Attachment 3

Application Form.docx (28 Kb) Download attachment