Fixed Term Boarding Gap Assistant
Roedean Moira House
East Sussex
- Expired
- Salary:
- Remuneration to be discussed at Interview
- Job type:
- Part Time, Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 26 July 2018
Job overview
Moira House is an independent day and boarding Girls School, based on the South Downs in Eastbourne. We are a through school with pupils ranging from 0-18 years. Moira House Girls School is a member of the Roedean Group of Schools.
We are seeking a positive and enthusiastic Gap Assistant to join our boarding team. The successful candidate should have good communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team and motivate others. Resilience, a caring attitude and common sense are key attributes for this position. Applicants must have a good level of general education and a willingness to support our boarders of all ages (Year 5 to Year 13) pastorally and educationally.
The position is residential; accommodation and meals are provided. You will play an important part in the day to day running of the boarding house;running or assisting with in-house activities. Weekends are busy and Boarding Gaps are expected to accompany the boarders on trips and excursions. This role includes some hours helping in other departments around the school.
This position is ideal for someone who is considering a career in education or caring for children.
Please feel free to contact Mrs Jo Talkington (Head of Boarding &Welfare) if you would like an informal discussion about the suitability of this role for you.
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. The person appointed must be willing to undertake a full induction programme including training and all regulatory checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure or will hold a subscription to the update service.
The post holder's duties must at all times be carried out in compliance with the School's equal opportunities and race equality policy and other policies designed to protect employees or service users from harassment.
For an Application Form and additional information, please visit our website: www.moirahouse.co.uk/about-us/work-with-us
Completed application forms must be returned to recruitment@moirahouse.co.uk or posted to Moira House Girls School, Upper Carlisle Road, Eastbourne, BN20 7TE for the attention of the HR Department.
Interviews will commence upon receipt of suitable applications.
Attached documents
About Roedean Moira House
Roedean Moira House is a member of the Roedean Group of Schools, a small group of schools dedicated to Roedean’s vision of high-quality education. It is a leading independent day and boarding school in a magnificent location in the coastal town of Eastbourne, nestling in the leafy suburb of Meads, with views over the sea.
Roedean Moira House provides an excellent all-round education to around 300 girls from Nursery to Sixth Form, ensuring every student has the opportunity to attain her highest academic, artistic, musical, social and sporting potential.
Head of School
Mrs Elodie Vallantine
Values and vision
Roedean Moira House’s educational model is to offer a genuinely holistic and academic education which enables pupils to enjoy their education, develop their own interests, and discover their academic passions and we are committed to academic excellence, high- quality pastoral support, and an exceptional range of opportunities beyond the curriculum, all within a friendly and supportive atmosphere.
Independent School Inspectorate
- The School is fully compliant with the Independent Schools’ Regulatory Requirements.
- Our Early Years provision was described as ‘Outstanding’ (the top grade in this category).
- The quality of our pupils’ personal development has been deemed ‘Excellent’ (the top grade in this category).
- Our pupils’ achievements in the performing and creative arts are ‘Outstanding’ and our overall rating for academic and other achievements is ‘Good’.
- Our students’ above average (GCSE) and well above average (A level) examination results are commended.
In the words of the Inspection team:
“The quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding.” (EYFS)
“The outcomes for children are outstanding.” (EYFS)
“Children's learning is skilfully supported and extended by staff who know the needs of the children exceptionally well.” (EYFS)
“Pupils of all ages have extremely positive attitudes to learning.”
“Pupils demonstrate excellent social development.”
“The many shared activities help forge a sense of collaboration for the common good between pupils and staff.”
“Sixth form pupils… are excellent ambassadors for the school [and] well poised for the next step in their education.”
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