Teaching Assistant Level 3 KS2 Juniors and EYFS Support (8 month – Fixed Term Contract)

Teaching Assistant Level 3 KS2 Juniors and EYFS Support (8 month – Fixed Term Contract)

Ditcham Park School is a unique, successful and thriving school situated in 16 acres of the beautiful South Downs National Park. The 400+ pupils, rising 3 – 16 benefit from a caring and supportive ethos and small classes. GCSE results are consistently very impressive and the School was ranked 14th best Independent School in category in the country based on its GCSE results. Artwork from Ditcham Park School has won awards at national level each year for the past 5 years.

Ditcham Park School are seeking to recruit an exceptional KS2 teaching assistant, to support EYFS in the mornings and to provide general lunchtime support. This position is a 8 months fixed term contract to start in January 2025 08:00 – 4:00 Monday – Friday.

Key purpose of role

The Teaching Assistant role is to support the Class Teacher and Head of Juniors in all aspects of school work as shown below, ensuring that statutory requirements are met. Supporting children with EHCP requirements and to work with the SEN team. To enable the child to make best use of the educational opportunities available to them and to provide a high standard of care as required and in accordance with the child’s individual needs. Ideally, has experience in EYFS, KS1 and KS2 to supervisor the mornings.

• Fostering the participation of pupils in the social and academic practices of the school
• Enabling pupils to become more independent learners
• Helping to raise standards of achievement for class pupils
• Support the Learning Support Department with access arrangements
• The ability to work as a member of a dedicated, hard-working TA team
• A commitment to supporting pupils to reach their potential

Application procedure

To apply for the position please complete the application form below.

You may submit your application in either of two ways:

1. via email to recruitment@ditchampark.com
2. by post or by hand to Ditcham Park School, FAO Louisa Martin, Ditcham Park, Nr Petersfield, Hampshire, GU31 5RN, England

To keep your data safe, we suggest you encrypt emailed applications or hand deliver your application to the school.

• Closing Date is 9th December 2024 9:00 am
• Interviews will be held at the school on arrangement
• Start in January 2025 – 8 months Fixed Term Contract.

Ditcham Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Agencies need not apply!