Are you hard working? Passionate? And looking for a job in education where you can make a difference?

We are seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our wonderful school in Cheltenham.

 About St. Edward’s School

Situated on two sites, both located in the heart of Cheltenham and approximately five minutes from each other, St Edward’s is the only Independent Day School in Cheltenham providing education for pupils aged 1 to 18. This means that we can offer a unique learning experience, where every day is different.

We have high expectations of all members of our School community from Kindergarten, to Pre-Prep, Prep, Senior School and Sixth Form. Excellent teaching and pastoral care in our nurturing and encouraging environment allows our pupils to flourish. Our small class sizes mean that our teachers really know pupils as individuals and can provide tailored support to maximise achievement. Our School motto means to strive for the best and that is exactly what we want for all our students.

About The Position

Contract Type: Part Time, Term Time

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Benefits: Wellness Programme, Company Pension, Life Assurance, On-Site Parking

Salary: Commensurate on Experience

Start Date: November 2022

Application Closing Date: 24th October 2022

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

  • Working as part of a dedicated and professional staff our cover supervisor steps in when a teacher is unavailable to take a lesson.
  • Playing a full part in the life of the school community, to support its mission and ethos and to encourage all staff and students to follow this example
  • Working collaboratively with parents, carers and staff for the achievement and well-being of all pupils
  • Inspiring colleagues and children through personal example and hard work
  • Implementing all school policies and procedures
  • Promoting the Welfare and Safeguarding of all pupils
  • Being a role model for pupils
  • Part of this role will involve safeguarding responsibilities including the reporting of any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Team

About you

You will have:

  • An ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Good literacy and numeracy skills.
  • A genuine enthusiasm for working with children.
  • An ability to inspire confidence.
  • A positive attitude.
  • An ability to strike a good professional rapport with children, staff and parents.
  • The ability to be a positive role model.
  • The ability to be flexible to the needs of the students.

To find out more about this role, please read our Job Description.

How To Apply

To apply for this role, please fill out our Application Form and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.

St. Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.