School Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a full-time teaching assistant to

• To ensure confidentiality at all times
support classes throughout EYFS and KS1 on a fixed
• To clean the equipment regularly and ensure that it
term contract to July 2025. is well maintainedKey Responsibilities
• To follow the accident and emergency procedure in
accordance with School policy
• Assist with planning, organising and delivering the To attend relevant staff meetings and INSET
curriculum, in keeping with the school's policies and training when requested procedures
• To carry out rostered duties, such as drop off, lunch
• Promote high standards of work and behaviour in room supervision, club supervision and playground
and out of the classroom supervision, as an integral member of the team
• Support the overall progress and development of To actively support the school's and your own
pupils personal development through the appraisal
• Support the teachers in providing a pastoral role process
and creating an appropriate atmosphere to enhance
• To maintain an appropriate first aid qualification
the social and emotional development of the pupils
• To maintain current anaphylaxis training
• Assist in the development of the curriculum in the To report all safety hazards or maintenance
school requirements to the Health and Safety Representative and/or the teaching staff orDuties headteacher
• To have or develop a sound knowledge of the To become fully aware of the school's policies,
curriculum, helping to plan and prepare appropriate practices and other requirements as detailed in the activities to cover all aspects of the curriculum school handbook
• To work closely with other members of the team, To participate in various extra-curricular activities
under the guidance of the teaching staff throughout the year as requested by the staff and
• To liaise with other members of staff as appropriate the school
• To keep up to date records, assessments and
observations of the children's progress as directed by the teachers


• Must have an Early Years Educator (EYE) level 3
(or equivalent) or already studying towards
• Good level of written and spoken English
• GCSE English and Maths A - C or equivalent
• Good general level of education
• Ability to establish a caring and supportive
environment for children
• An understanding of good childcare practices
• Experience of working with groups of children
within the age range of 2½ to 7 years
• Ability to meet children's individual needs
• Being friendly and approachable to children, staff
and parents at all times
• Efficient organisational skills
• Able to see the potential of every child
• A commitment to equal opportunities
• Experience of working in a forest school is
desirable,
• Ability to use good judgement and common
sense
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Commitment to own professional development
• Ability to attend training relevant to the job
(which occasionally falls outside normal hours of work)
• Ability to use IT
• Ability to guide the behaviour of the children
using the strategies outlined by staff and found in School policies
• A warm, sunny personality is essential and a
genuine love of working with children

Welcome to Claremont Fan Court School. We are We prioritise, too, an understanding of charactera thriving, co-educational independent day school and the way in which our relationship with othersin Surrey for pupils aged 2½ to 18. Founded in 1922, are fundamental to our successes in life, universitywe recently celebrated our 100th anniversary as an and careers.evolving, successful school. Where else, within a school bus ride from south westWe are proud of Claremont Fan Court School's London, can children from 2 ½ to 18 balance foreststrong reputation for being a compassionate, child schools with further maths, lacrosse with the pursuitcentred, truly co-educational school of choice of a medical career, learning history in a buildingfor families seeking an academically ambitious that made history or playing rugby while designingenvironment that educates the whole child. for a fashion show.Set in 100 acres of historic grounds, Claremont is Teachers, staff, pupils and their families areknown for focussing on the academic potential of expected to support and extend the atmosphereour pupils, but not at the expense of their pastoral of respect, courtesy, the love of learning and thewellbeing; for a culture that nurtures pupils' limitlessvalue of friendship that is held dear at Claremontpotential, not just in exams but also in equipping Fan Court School. This peaceful and purposefulthem with the skills to shape the world around them intent extends throughout every lesson and into theat university, in their careers and in the wider societypastoral and co-curricular activities we offer.beyond., The junior school comprises two parts: Fan Court sports hall and library. Specialist staff teach French,for our youngest pupils to Year 2 and Stable PE, games, music, computing and Forest School.Court for Year 3 to Year 6. Benefiting from first Children are also able to take part in a wide varietyrate facilities, some shared across the whole of co-curricular activities after school to enrichschool site, and specialist teaching in dedicated learning and develop skills outside the classroom.spaces where appropriate, a child's time with us iscarefully choreographed to develop confidence and Our curriculum is engaging, imaginative and robust.independence and build the foundations needed for We provide relevant, regular and purposeful stafffuture academic and all round success. professional development to ensure our teaching reflects the latest educational research and thatWe're down to earth too - we all know that often children reach their academic potential. Wethe best lessons are learnt due to the mistakes we encourage and support staff who show leadershipmake and that's why we're committed to building aspirations and work alongside them to develop theresilience and determination in our young people knowledge, skills and experiences they need to buildso that they can embrace every opportunity that their careers, whilst making a positive difference inpresents itself to learn: about ourselves, about the classroom and beyond.others, and about the world in which we live. We recognise the many advantages of being partFan Court is located in a spacious woodland setting of a co-educational through school. Pastoral andwith its own purpose built facilities and play areas. academic links across the whole school are strong,We care for our youngest children in spacious offering many opportunities for student enrichmentclassrooms with excellent facilities, dedicated and professional dialogue. A feature of working inteachers and an enriching curriculum. Values for life the Pre Prep and Nursery is the reward of watchingare taught in a supportive, nurturing atmosphere the pupils as they continue to grow and progresswith shared aims and aspirations between home and through the school.school. Class sizes are typically 18 pupils per classand are each supported by a dedicated teachingassistant. There is a purpose built swimming pool

Our mission guides the ethos of the school and is a primary document for all who work at the school.
• To provide an environment where the Godgiven
potential of every individual is recognised and valued. With this recognition comes the expectation of high personal achievement and moral standards and a developing awareness of our individual responsibility to each other and our world
• To maintain a broad and forward-looking
curriculum in which pupils are encouraged to think independently to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world
• To encourage our pupils to awaken to all that is
good and true within and around them in their spiritual journey of self- discovery
• To equip our pupils with a strong set of values
for future decision making
• The following values are fundamental to
everything we do: courtesy, respect, trust, moral integrity, self discipline, love for God and man
• The School embraces the whole Claremont
family: pupils, parents, guardians, staff and governors in its mission, vision and ethos, In accordance with our mission, Claremont Fan Court develops individuals who are outstanding citizens, aware of their responsibility to others and contribute positively to global society. We realise this by being a high-quality school of choice where young people achieve more than they think is possible. Ethos Goodness underpins this school. Teachers, staff, pupils and their families are expected to support and extend the atmosphere of respect, courtesy, the love of learning and the value of friendship that is held dear at Claremont Fan Court School. This peaceful and purposeful intent extends throughout every lesson and into the pastoral and co-curricular activities we offer. Young people leave Claremont Fan Court School as confident, contributing and caring members of the global community. They cherish the values that equip them to make a positive contribution and be a force for good in the world., Professional standards are high, and we encourage Hours: Fixed term contract to July 2025, Monday to ongoing training and personal development. Friday 8.00am to 4.00pm during term time plus all INSETS totalling 35 weeks per year. The school is located just outside Esher in Surrey and is easily accessible from the A3, M3 and M25 Salary: competitive, dependent of skills and with ample free staff parking. The nearest train qualifications station is Claygate which is a 25-minute walk, with local bus services also available. Benefits include group personal pension plan - the school makes a generous contribution with a 3% Esher and its neighbouring towns offer easy access employee contribution, 3x salary life assurance, to both central London and the stunning Surrey cycle to work scheme, complimentary lunches and countryside, offering a feeling of space whilst refreshments during term time. There is also free being only a stone's throw from London and all the on-site parking. facilities a capital city has to offer. The local area has a mix of leisure activities available. Both the historic palace at Hampton Court and the beautiful gardens at RHS Wisley are nearby, as well as Sandown Racecourse. There are many arts venues (theatres, cinemas, live music) and sports clubs in the surrounding area and for cyclists there is access to some of the finest roads.