EYFS Assistant

St Joseph's College is an independent school with Christian values that gives everyone the space to thrive and has a community of people with all faiths and none. Being part of the St Joseph's community is a once in-a-lifetime experience. We provide a stable foundation for the children and students and we take happiness very seriously, in every part of our community.

At St Jo's we support the intellectual, spiritual, physical and emotional growth of every pupil. We firmly believe that children who thrive are the happiest of all and this creates an environment that is inspirational for staff as well as students.

An energetic and forward-thinking College, St Jo's is a day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2-19 years. The Prep School is almost entirely of day pupils and there are only the occasional activities for the children at weekends. We do not have lessons on Saturdays.

The Prep School shares the leafy, 60 acre campus with the Senior School and there is an outstanding sense of belonging to the whole community, with some shared events, such as a Whole College assembly once a week.

In order to develop the school further, we are seeking an inspirational and impactful Teaching Assistant. Required as soon as possible; the ideal candidate will demonstrate an excellent track record of supporting outstanding teachers and other support staff, and of implementing initiatives. Strong organisation skills, effective communication, emotional intelligence, a positive outlook and a proactive and creative approach to problem solving is critical.

This is a full time (9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday), Term time only post.

Please send a completed application form and covering letter which evidences your suitability for this position to: Mrs Dianne Searle prep@stjos.co.uk.

Further details and an application form can be found at https://www.stjos.co.uk/community/vacancies/ or by contacting the HR Officer by email (careers@ stjos.co.uk) or telephone .

The closing date for applications is 4pm on Friday 6 December 2024, Interviews on w/c Monday 9 December 2024. The College reserves the right to interview prior to the closing deadline, so early applications are encouraged.

St Joseph's College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please be advised that applications cannot be accepted unless they are on the College's Application Form. References will be taken up and will be carefully checked. DBS charge payable by applicant.

In order to develop the school further, we are seeking an inspirational and impactful Teaching Assistant. Required as soon as possible; the ideal candidate will demonstrate an excellent track record of supporting outstanding teachers and other support staff, and of implementing initiatives. Strong organisation skills, effective communication, emotional intelligence, a positive outlook and a proactive and creative approach to problem solving is critical.

St Joseph's College is an independent school with Christian values that gives everyone the space to thrive and has a community of people with all faiths and none. Being part of the St Joseph's community is a once in-a-lifetime experience. We provide a stable foundation for the children and students and we take happiness very seriously, in every part of our community.

At St Jo's we support the intellectual, spiritual, physical and emotional growth of every pupil. We firmly believe that children who thrive are the happiest of all and this creates an environment that is inspirational for staff as well as students.

An energetic and forward-thinking College, St Jo's is a day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2-19 years. The Prep School is almost entirely of day pupils and there are only the occasional activities for the children at weekends. We do not have lessons on Saturdays.

The Prep School shares the leafy, 60 acre campus with the Senior School and there is an outstanding sense of belonging to the whole community, with some shared events, such as a Whole College assembly once a week.