Weekend and Evening Pastoral Assistant
Taunton School
Taunton School International Middle School, The Grange, Kingston St Mary, Taunton, TA2 8HP
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- £8.15 per hour
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 2 November 2017
Job overview
- Job Title: Weekend and Evening Pastoral Assistant (Non-Residential)
- Job Reference No: 17-18007
- Responsible to: Mary Allen, Head of Taunton School International Middle School Hours per week: 13.5 hours, during term time only
- Salary: £8.15 per hour
- Closing date: Midnight on 2nd November 2017
Background Information:
Taunton School is just over 170 years old. It is an Independent School for over 1000 boys and girls, aged from 2 to 18 years with approximately 350 boarders. The aim of the School is to prepare young people to shape the world in the 21st century. Taunton School International (TSI) was set up by Taunton School in 1996 to provide a first step for international students wishing to complete their education in a British school. It is located on the school campus, is fully residential and has places for 84 boys and girls aged 15 to 17 years. It shares the school’s facilities and is part of the school community.
In September 2012, TSI expanded by opening Taunton School International Middle School (TSIMS) for children aged 9 to 14 years. TSIMS is located three miles off campus at The Grange, Kingston St Mary.
Overall Purpose:
Pastoral Assistants work under the direction of the Houseparents who report to the Head of Middle School. With other members of the pastoral team, they are responsible for upholding the strong pastoral system of the school. Their duties take place at the weekends and occasionally during weekday evenings. The ethos of the school is a shared responsibility to which all staff are expected to make a significant contribution. The expectation is that staff will be positive and contribute cheerfully to the life and work of the school.
This position would suit a flexible and adaptable person who has experience of working with children and can demonstrate good communication and pastoral skills with an ability to empathise with international students. The successful candidate will help run the boarding house, deliver the leisure programme and provide pastoral care to the students at Taunton School International Middle School.
Please see our job description for full details.
Application Process:
Candidates should complete their application form electronically and email it, together with a short covering letter. A Taunton School application form must be used and there is no need to submit a CV.
Alternatively, applications can be posted to the HR Department at the main School address.
Please email your completed and signed application form and covering letter to: tsrecruit@tauntonschool.co.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on Thursday 2nd November 2017 with interviews on the 9th and 10th November 2017.
Taunton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and a successful enhanced DBS check.
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About Taunton School
Welcome
Founded in 1847, we are an innovative, forward thinking co-educational, non-selective independent school set in a beautiful 56 acre campus in Somerset.
We employ over 600 staff in our school community, in a variety of teaching and support roles, many of whom work for us all year round.
Inspirational teaching can be seen and heard everywhere – from battle re-enactments in History, rockets launching in Design and Technology, to philosophical arguments and debates heard over lunch, and the sound of music rehearsals ringing from the Theatre. We instil a love for learning which stays with an individual throughout their life
We have high expectations of our highly skilled and committed staff and, in return, do everything we can to ensure they have a rewarding and fulfilling career at Taunton School.
We offer a friendly, caring and supportive working environment, underpinned by our belief that it’s essential to look after our people so that they can perform at their very best. Our Investors in People accreditation is proof that we recognise the value of our workforce and are committed to developing the skills of our staff.
We all share a love for Taunton School and a desire to do the best for our students.
Working at Taunton School
Taunton School is set in a beautiful site in arguably one of the most attractive counties in England.
Taunton is in the heart of Somerset in the South West of England and is the area’s county town and commercial centre. The town offers an enviable lifestyle, where culture, art and community are surrounded by natural landscapes and open, public spaces. The region enjoys good weather, areas of outstanding natural beauty and a wonderful coastline.
With a fine range of high quality 19th century Gothic style buildings complemented by 20th century additions, the beautiful buildings comprise vibrant modern classrooms and specialist Arts, Music and Drama spaces. The grounds are well cared for and provide a space for students and staff alike to utilise and enjoy.
Our International Middle School is based at ‘The Grange’ in the nearby village of Kingston St Mary and is a significant historical building with stunning architectural and horticultural features. It really is a home away from home.
Our School ethos is one of a shared responsibility and positive contribution from all to the life and work of this busy community.
It’s not just our students we take care of, so as well as the chance to work in an inspiring environment, with beautiful surroundings, we offer the following benefits to staff:
- Generous Annual Leave entitlement
- Pension Schemes Teaching Staff and Support Staff
- Death in Service benefits
- Income Protection
- Simply Health (subsidised health plans)
- BUPA Everyday Rewards
- Marsh 24/7 Employee Assistance
- Paid Compassionate leave
- Discounted membership of Taunton School’s Sports Club
- Discounts with local businesses
- Access to onsite refreshment in our state of the art dining facility
- Free onsite parking
- Specsavers Eye-care scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Techscheme
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Learning and development opportunities
- Wellbeing resources
ISI report
“The quality of pupils’ overall achievement is good, with many outstanding features. The school is very successful in preparing pupils to shape the world in the 21st century, in line with its ambitious aim. Throughout the school pupils display good, and frequently, excellent levels of understanding, knowledge and skills across all their subjects and activities. Overall, results in public examinations are good in relation to pupils’ abilities, indicating that their progress across the school is above the average for pupils of similar ability, and frequently rapid. Pupils with SEND or EAL progress well because of the support they receive.”
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