Jobs at Kenton College Prep School

• Teaching Learning Assistants are accountable to the class teacher, Junior Co-ordinator, Head of Juniors, Deputy Head Pastoral and Headteacher.
• This job description is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main duties and responsibilities of the job and the expectations of the school in relation to the post holder’s professional responsibilities and duties. However, the job or duties described may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of responsibility associated with the post.

Duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Assist the class teacher with daily classroom activities
• Work with individual pupils
• Help with the preparation and resourcing of lessons.
• Lead and plan for small groups in for example phonics, reading, writing, maths.
• Give regular feedback on the pupils to the class teacher.
• Ensure specific materials and supplies are ready for teacher, classroom use.
• Prepare instructional materials and displays as instructed.
• Maintain safety in the classroom.
• Perform necessary clerical duties for example photocopying, laminating, filing, sharpening
• pencils, changing reading books.
• Assist with operation of equipment for example computer, audio-visual, ipads.
• Carry out instructional exercises assigned by the class teacher to work with pupils whose motor
• skills need developing, or other activities designed to meet needs of differing abilities.
• Monitor pupil behaviour and encourage positive behaviour management.
• Supervise the class in the absence of the class teacher.
• Flexibility when asked to cover in other year groups (Year 2 – Year 4)
• Supervise playtime both in and outside the classroom.
• Supervise changing for PE and Swimming
• Accompany school trips.
• Listen to pupils read regularly and note down purposeful comments
• Assist with class assemblies and school plays.
• Help in the classroom at break and lunchtimes.
• Ensure classroom displays and the classroom is ready to receive pupils
• Accompany classes to specialist lessons
• Lead afternoon activities and take part in sporting activities
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment
• Work collaboratively with other TLA’s
• Take part in ongoing school training
• Help at whole school events as and when necessary including the occasional weekend or evening

Candidate Skills & Qualities

• Working under the guidance and supervision of the Estate Manager, the ideal candidates will ensure our children and school community have a positive and safe play and school grounds experience by showing excellent care and attention.

Duties

• To ensure the School grounds are maintained to the highest standards.

This includes:

• maintaining the school lawns for a clean and tidy appearance
• keep the children’s playground, car parks and walkways clean, tidy and clear from litter
• check the fire alarm points weekly and when requested to do so, including the fire exit and
• door retaining devices, and fire emergency lights
• ensure all extraction vents and lighting are kept clean; replacing any defective light bulbs
• maintain gutter clearance to ensure rainwater flows without blockage
• assist in setting up all pitches for matches
• where relevant, attending to grounds maintenance contractors working on site
• understand and ensure the implementation of the H&S policy, emergency and fire procedures
• report any faulty appliances, damaged furniture or equipment and any potential hazard to the Estate Manager
• ensure the security of the School is maintained at all times

Qualifications & requirements

• Fluency in English and Kiswahili
• Plumbing course will be an added advantage

• We are looking to hire Waiters/Waitresses to join our team. Reporting to the Catering Manager, the ideal candidate will ensure our children have a positive dining experience while at school by showing genuine care and attention.

Duties and responsibilities include the following:

• To Provide a consistently high level of service to Kenton College children, staff and visitors.
• Staying attentive to the needs and safety of children in the dining area.
• Following health code standards with regards to handling of food.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist with School event arrangements.
• Cleaning and general upkeep of the School to ensure a clean, tidy, comfortable and safe environment.
• Follow and uphold all Kenton’s key policies especially Child Protection and Safeguarding.

Skills and abilities

• Superior food and beverage knowledge.
• Ability to work with people from different national and cultural backgrounds.
• A customer-orientated approach; courtesy, tact and integrity.
• Ability to lift heavy items with physical stamina and strength needed to stand and work for eight hours each day.
• Immaculate personal cleanliness and presentation.
• This job description is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main duties and responsibilities of the job and the expectations of the school in relation to the post holder’s professional responsibilities and duties. However, the job or duties described may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of responsibility associated with the post.

Qualifications and skills

• Minimum Certificate in Food and Beverage Management from a recognized institution.
• Minimum three years’ work experience.
• Fluency in English.