Teaching Assistant - Level 1 - 2 Roles Available

The School

Kenilworth School and Sixth Form is rated as Outstanding by Ofsted (2013) and as the only secondary school in the community of Kenilworth, is oversubscribed.

We are currently a split site, with Years 7 – 11 based at Leyes Lane and Sixth Form set on our Rouncil Lane site. The post holder will report to the Assistant Headteacher for SEN and will join a friendly and supportive team.

The Role

Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust has two schools within its Trust, The Westwood Academy, Coventry and Kenilworth School and Sixth Form. A vacancy has arisen for a Teaching Assistant where the role will be based at Kenilworth School and Sixth Form, Leyes Lane, Kenilworth.

Our Teaching Assistants carry out a varied role to provide general and administrative support to our students.

The responsibilities include working in-class with teachers and supporting students under the direction of the Assistant Headteacher for SEN. Teaching Assistants provide support with a variety of learning, physical and sensory needs.

For the right candidate there may be an opportunity to provide one to one support with pupils.

Whilst the role is term time, you will be expected to attend the inset days, for additional remuneration, currently set at four days per academic year.

Relevant Allowances: We offer a healthcare package which includes, free physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health helpline, medical treatment, retail discounts, free on-site parking, use of an on-site gym and an LGPS pension scheme.

Fixed term contract end date: 31/08/2022

Key Requirements

We are looking for someone who is computer literate with a range of good GCSEs, particularly in Maths and English (GCSE A-C or grade 4 to 9).

Whilst the role is term time, you will be expected to attend the inset days, for additional remuneration, currently set at four days per academic year.

The hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.40am to 3.30pm.

Additional Information & How to Apply

Please visit: https://www.ksn.org.uk/723/vacancies to view a job description, person specification and to download an application form from the Download section.

Completed applications should be emailed to Deena Perry, at D.Perry@ksn.org.uk marked for the attention of Mr Hayden Abbott, Headteacher.

Please note we cannot accept a CV as an application.

Closing date: Monday, 11th of October 2021 at 9am
Interview date: TBC

Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Supporting documents
Application Form
Job Description
Equal Opportunities Form
Person Specification