Graduate Teaching Assistant
Graduate Teaching Assistant (Permanent)
St Paul’s Cathedral School is pleased to announce an opportunity for a full time Graduate Teaching Assistant in our Prep School. This role would suit a graduate wishing to gain experience in the workplace, and/or those considering a career in teaching.
Working hours will be 08:30 to 16:00, term time only, supporting with a one hour after school activity on one of these days.
Role Purpose
To support the class teachers in Maths and English (Years 5-8) by carrying out tasks to enable the safe and effective operation of the class. To support the academic progress of the pupils and promote wellbeing and personal development.
To work under the direction of the class teachers or subject teachers, supporting the care and education of pupils and the smooth running of the classroom.
To implement the measures and interventions put in place by the learning support department and the Deputy Head Academic for specific pupils or groups.
Structure
The Graduate Teaching Assistant is line managed by the Deputy Head Academic.
Responsibilities- Monday to Friday, term time only, from 08:30-16:00 plus one, one hour after school club on one of these days, by mutual agreement.
- Attendance at termly INSET is also required.
Under the supervision of the teachers:
- To assist with supervision of and maintaining the safety and wellbeing of pupils.
- To enable pupils to access the curriculum and participate in activities.
- To encourage social skills and academic independence in pupils.
- To offer care and attention to children when they are unwell or requiring basic first aid, under the supervision of the school nurse. To offer comfort and support as required. First aid training will be provided.
- To provide clerical/administrative support to the teachers as required, including preparing classrooms for lessons, creating displays of pupils’ work, maintaining classroom equipment and helping to plan activities, to assess work and record progress.
- To attend assemblies and Cathedral services with the pupils.
- To undertake break and lunch duties as required throughout the school day.
- To liaise with the learning support department to provide support to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
- To accompany groups on out-of-school visits.
- To participate in team meetings and attend INSET training as required.
- To understand and adhere to school policies.
- To liaise with parents supporting home-school partnership as required.
- Any other duties reasonably requested by the Head.
Benefits
A competitive salary is offered, commensurate with qualification and experience.
The school has adopted many of the Cathedral HR policies, including a generous employer Defined Contribution pension scheme. Employees may also be entitled to discounted school fees on a pro rata basis. Lunch is provided.
We are committed to supporting the professional development of all our team members; all staff may apply to the Deputy Head for support with relevant training courses.
Application
All applications must be made via our School application form on the TES (not the TES form) or via the St Paul’s Cathedral School website, accompanied by a letter addressed to the Head, Mrs Judith Fremont-Barnes. The deadline for application is Monday 24th February.
Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding is the responsibility of all staff at St Paul’s Cathedral School and all staff are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care.
Staff must be aware of the procedures within the school which support safeguarding and must act in accordance with the school’s Safeguarding Policy and Staff Code of Conduct.