Gap Assistant and Sports Gap Assistant: Autumn Term (commencing September 2024)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable Gap Assistant who has the skills and experience to support our students to learn and progress. You will join a talented, close-knit team at Eaton Square Preparatory School in Central London, assisting and supporting our teachers to deliver outstanding lessons to our pupils. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in the field of education while contributing to the academic and personal development of students.

We are also looking for a Sports Gap Assistant to start for this start date (more details below).

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist classroom teachers with lesson delivery and assessment.
• Provide in class one-on-one or small group support to students who may require additional help.
• Supervise students during class activities, breaks, and extracurricular events.
• Assist in maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Help with administrative tasks such as organizing classroom materials and preparing educational resources.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop engaging and effective teaching strategies.
• Depending on experience, help with the delivery of PE, games and swimming lessons

Qualifications and Qualities:

• A genuine passion for education and working with young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting is desirable but not essential
• A minimum Grade 5 Maths and English scores at GCSE or equivalent

The Sports Gap Assistant will still perform many of the same responsibilities and duties as described above. However, the Sport Gap Assistant will have increased Game and Sports lessons on their timetable. Your role would be to support the teaching of pupils within PE and Games sessions through coaching, mentoring and developing the passion and love for sport for all children. You may work more closely with our Sports/Games department in the school and be required to attend trips and fixtures. This candidate will still uphold the values of the school and promote these whenever possible. You will still endeavour to provide the pupils with the highest standards of education and care in accordance with the school’s aims and will seek to support the teaching staff to achieve this goal.

This is a full-time position with competitive daily pay rates, offering the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of education. Please note, this is a fixed term contract, for the Autumn term at the school (3 months). The contract will initially be for one term (three months) with potential for extension based on performance and school needs.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 0830-1630

Pay: Competitive

Duration: Fixed term role (Autumn Term 2024, commencing September 2024). The contract will initially be for one term (three months) with potential for extension based on performance and school needs.

Interviews may take place immediately on receipt of successful applications, so we advise making your application as soon as possible if the role interests you.

Eaton Square 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 successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and online checks (screening social media). You will also be subject to ID checks, proof of address and required to provide two references from previous employers or education settings. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.