Teaching Assistants
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Position Overview & Specifications
“*_An outstanding school_*”
(3 successive inspections – Ofsted July 2010, October 2012 and September 2017)
We are currently looking for…
TEACHING ASSISTANTS
Medway Scale, Grade D2
£21,189 - £24,054 pro-rata + SEN Allowance (£1,401)
Are you interested in a rewarding career in the field of Special Educational Needs? If so, how about considering a position at Abbey Court School? We are looking to appoint Teaching Assistants to commence as soon as possible.
Abbey Court caters for pupils aged 3-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, and is currently located on 2 Strood sites; Cliffe Road (Nursery & Primary) and Rede Court Road (Secondary & Further Education). The primary site is also home to our brand new school farm!
Working hours are 32.5 p/w (8.45am – 3.45pm), term time only.
Comprehensive training and induction will be provided.
Childcare experience, or relevant childcare qualifications are desirable but not essential.
Due to the conditions and complex needs of the pupils at Abbey Court School, continuity and consistency of support is paramount and therefore candidates for all positions will need to commit to the full working hours of the post.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at Abbey Court School. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, which includes enhanced criminal records and barring check, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practices across the school. On joining, you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice, and safeguard our children and young people.
View our recruitment video at…
http://www.abbeycourt.medway.sch.uk/1308/working-at-abbey-court-school
Please apply online at Jobs Go Public website or ring 01634 338220 to request an application form
Closing date: 31 March 2023
CVs will only be accepted if sent together with a fully completed application form.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £21,189.00-£24,054.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 31/03/2023
Reference ID: Please apply on Jobs Go Public (Search for Abbey Court School)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Teaching Assistants roles across Abbey Court School's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,189 - £24,054 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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