Teaching Assistant in Sheerness

At St George's Church of England Primary School, we are proud of our welcoming and inclusive community, where every child is valued, nurtured and encouraged to achieve their full potential. Guided by our vision, "Aspirational opportunities for all, through the breath of God", we are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our committed staff team.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience of working in Early Years, although this is desirable rather than essential.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Support pupils’ learning and development through classroom support and targeted interventions.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Work confidently with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Contribute positively to our caring, inclusive and nurturing school community.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds a relevant qualification and has experience of working with children in a school, educational or childcare setting.
• Has an understanding of child development, particularly within the Early Years Foundation Stage (desirable).
• Is patient, nurturing and committed to helping every child succeed.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is flexible, motivated and enthusiastic.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, high expectations and ensuring every child thrives.

We Can Offer:

• Friendly, supportive and dedicated colleagues.
• Enthusiastic, welcoming and well-behaved pupils.
• A strong commitment to professional development and training.
• A caring Christian ethos at the heart of school life.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives every day.

This post is for 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only (38 weeks).

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit or find out more about the role, please contact the school office.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.

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