Job Details

Hours of work: 32.5 Hours per week

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Friday 17 June 2016 Interview date: Thursday 23 June 2016

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Ocklynge Junior School Victoria Drive Eastbourne East Sussex BN20 8XN

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the Role

Ocklynge Junior school is the largest Junior School in the U.K.

We have a 6 form intake of mixed ability pupils.

Our school promotes high expectations.

We offer high quality professional development to help our staff grow and develop outstanding practice.

We are looking to appoint a good/outstanding Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support across the school, including class cover from September.

We wish to appoint someone who is :

-Inspirational, hardworking and committed to supporting all pupils and passionate about teaching -Have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills with fresh ideas and creativity. -Have highly reflective practice. -Have creative ideas with an ability to translate them into inclusive practice -Are committed to improving pupil outcomes.

In return, we can offer: -A friendly, dynamic and inspiring community of pupils, teachers, families and Governors. -A dedicated and motivated staff team who strongly believe in team work and building positive relationships. -An experienced leadership team. -A focus on care, guidance and support for all staff members. -Access to high quality professional development opportunities. -An opportunity to broaden your experience and develop your skills.

Our pupils are well behaved, high achievers from a divers range of background.

If you are ambitious and eager we would like to meet you.

If you are interested in this post, further details and an application form are available from the school web-site or by contacting the school office where you may also arrange a visit if you wish.       

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). 

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.