Junior School Rushmere Assistant

King’s College Junior School is highly selective and in all subjects pupils are working at least one year in advance of National Curriculum standards.

We are seeking to appoint a sixth form leaver in the junior school from September 2024 to July 2025.

The Rushmere assistant reports principally to the head of Rushmere and Professional Tutor (Induction). They are expected to take a full and active role in the curricular and co-curricular activities of the school, which may involve some weekend commitments. 

This is a fixed term position for the 2024/2025 academic year. Hours during term-time are flexible and as required, but you are not generally required to work the majority of the school holidays.

Main duties will include:

• Providing teaching support for Rushmere teachers and pupils
• Providing 1:1 help with reading, spellings and maths for Rushmere pupils
• Providing a safe environment for those pupils requiring a sensory break
• Supporting Transition technology lessons
• Providing cover in lessons when staff are absent
• Completing administrative tasks
• Carrying out playground supervision duties at various points during the day
• Providing after-school supervision
• Managing the “Narnia” system for distinction (House point) prizes
• Acting as a role model for Junior School pupils
• Attending and assisting in the administration of one-day educational visits
• Accompanying First form pupils on a two-night residential trip

Person Specification:

• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Enthusiasm and proactivity are key attributes

We offer excellent staff benefits, including a contributory pension scheme, a programme of health benefits, lunch during term-time and free gym membership.

For further information about the role, please download the applicant info pack, which includes the job description and person specification.

To apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 9am on Thursday 2nd May 2024

Interview date: Tuesday 7th May 2024

Interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.