Junior School Intern
The Edinburgh Academy
Edinburgh, City of
- Expired
- Salary:
- £16821
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2023
- Apply by:
- 16 April 2023
Job overview
Package Description
The school prides itself on its warm and welcoming community, inclusive of all staff. Our teaching staff work alongside the operational teams to ensure the smooth running of the school. We value the contribution of all team members.
Through involvement in the co-curricular programme all those who work with us can bring their passions to work. Developing our talent is important to us. Access to training and professional development is available and encouraged.
Our reward package includes:
- Free gym membership
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Benefits Programme including discounts to a number of major retailers, holiday, electric car and cycle to work schemes, as well as health and well-being option
- Fee discount
- A three course lunch is provided during term time
Job Introduction
We are looking for an enthusiastic and empathetic individual who genuinely enjoys the company of children. The post is available from August 2023 until June 2024. The typical working hours are 8am to 4:30pm, although this may vary according to operational requirements.
Working alongside teaching and support staff, you will provide additional support in the smooth operation of the Junior School. You will be responsible for actively assisting pupils across all curricular areas, providing administrative assistance, and assisting in the organisation of resources and activities.
This is an ideal job for a graduate looking to gain experience prior to applying for primary teacher training.
Applications
Candidates are welcome, if they wish, to email a copy of their curriculum vitae and/or a covering letter explaining why they are particularly suited to the role and how it may fit in with future career aspirations. This should be emailed to our Human Resources inbox. Please note that this is entirely optional and the short listing for interview will be based on the application form completed via Teacheroo.
Further details are available from Head of HR at humanresources@edinburghacademy.org.uk or 0131 624 4911
The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, verification of identity and proof of qualifications.
Child Protection
The Edinburgh Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and at the enhanced PVG level.
Equal Opportunities
The School is an Equal Opportunities employer, and welcomes applications for this post from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, race or sexual orientation.
Main Responsibilities
Classroom Support
- Assisting with the teaching and learning process in classrooms and the wider school environment
- Being part of the staff team on all Junior School residential trips and assisting on other trips as required
- Providing additional support at School events such as drama productions and sports days
- Contributing to the co-curricular programme of the school
Administration
- Providing additional support to the Junior School Office team in the organisation and production of reprographic tasks
- Carrying out administrative tasks as directed by the Office Manager
- Assisting with Early Birds, playground and lunchtime supervision
- Providing support to class teachers as directed by Heads of Department
PE & Games Coaching
- Assisting with the games programme, as directed by the Head Teacher (HT). This may involve working on Saturday mornings
- Assisting in the coaching of sport and swimming lessons, as directed by the HT.
This is a varied role with the opportunity to get involved in a number of different co-curricular activities. We are seeking someone who is flexible and keen to immerse his / her / their self in wider school life. Support will be available with the PGDE application process, should the candidate choose to apply.
The Ideal Candidate
Qualifications/Experience
E = Essential
D = Desirable
General
- Educated to a degree level (or working towards a degree) – E
Proven Experience
- Experience of working in a team - E
- Experience of working with children (including voluntary positions)- D
- Some experience of sports coaching - D
- Ability to take initiative - E
- Administrative experience – D
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Practical, conscientious and reliable - E
- Excellent interpersonal skills - E
- Self-motivated with the ability to work under own initiative – E
- Excellent oral and written communication skills - E
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) – D
Other Attributes
- Willingness to undertake a wide variety of tasks as and when required – E
The ability to form good relationships and connections with the pupils is one of the most important parts of the job. Patience and empathy are key attributes needed in the support of learning aspect of the role.
About The Edinburgh Academy
The Edinburgh Academy
Introduction
The Edinburgh Academy is an academically selective, independent, co-educational day school for pupils aged 5-18 years with a reputation for being caring and friendly. It aims to provide co-educational excellence with a first-class all-round education to those of intellectual promise and academic potential, regardless of background, race or creed. The Edinburgh Academy aims to be forward-looking and progressive but also greatly values its long held traditions.
Although the School is not academically exclusive, the ability range of pupils is well above the national average. Great emphasis is placed on the pursuit of co-curricular interests alongside academic studies for all our pupils. The School has a strong reputation for individual attention and excellence in its pastoral care and co-curricular provision.
The School is oversubscribed at all entry points and this creates a competitive pressure on admissions places at the School.
School Background
The Edinburgh Academy is a fully co-educational school. The School consists of a Senior School containing approximately 590 pupils and a Junior School containing approximately 390 pupils, and we have a Nursery department of around 100 pupils. The School is a member of HMC. The Edinburgh Academy moved to full co-education across the whole school in 2008. Previously girls were only admitted in the Sixth Form (S5 and S6).
The Junior and Senior Schools are on separate sites, both of which have spacious grounds and sports facilities including extensive playing fields, an all-weather sports area, and a large Sports Hall and Centre.
The School’s Place in Edinburgh
The School was founded in 1824 and has been regarded as a leading educational establishment within the City of Edinburgh and across Scotland ever since. Original Directors included the leading literary names of their age such as Sir Walter Scott. Robert Louis Stevenson and James Clerk Maxwell were also pupils at the School. More recent Former Pupils (Academicals or ‘Accies’) include: Nicky Campbell - radio and TV broadcaster; Guy Berryman - bass guitarist with Coldplay; Will Whitehorn – past President of Virgin Galactic - Space Tourism Company; Mike Blair - Scottish rugby; Dragon’s Den star, James Ingham.
The Senior School occupies a site in Henderson Row, less than a mile from Princes Street and at the northern limits of the Georgian ‘New Town’, of which it was designed to be a part. The buildings include an iconic school hall and the James Clerk Maxwell Science Centre, which was completed in November 2006. The playing fields are about half a mile from the main buildings – Raeburn Place (8 ½ acres) (shared with the Academicals - Former Pupils), New Field in Inverleith Place (20 acres) and a further five acres at the Junior School and Nursery, also at Inverleith, with a 400 metre grass running track.
An investment programme in facilities of over £15m has in the last 5 years seen a new Junior School library and classroom block, 2 floodlight all weather pitches, a Performing Arts Centre at Senior School and new sports pavilions. A bespoke climbing wall facility was officially opened in 2015. The School has further ambitious plans beyond this current phase of development, which will see a wholescale redevelopment on our Senior School site over the coming decade.
The Edinburgh Academy is a highly regarded school within the local community, across Edinburgh and beyond. Staff and pupils take great pride in this reputation, and the commitment from all is evident in the continuing success and progress of the School.
The Edinburgh Academy is committed to sharing its facilities with the local community and has established a series of projects that provides the use of its estates and premises for the public good.
Further details about the School and its resources can be found on the School website - www.edinburghacademy.org.uk
Classes and Assembly
7ths (S6) and 6ths (S5) classes are organised by tutor groups studying either Highers, Advanced Highers or GCE A-level. Across the Senior School no teaching group consists of more than 24 pupils and many are substantially smaller.
A School Assembly is held at 8.50am each morning, and is attended by the whole school. School Services for the whole school are held on several occasions during the session.
Exam Results
The Edinburgh Academy uses both English and Scottish examination boards. Nearly all subjects now present SQA National 5 and Advanced Higher examinations. Each year, a significant number of our 7ths (S6) have conditional places at very competitively sought universities on the basis of their Advanced Higher/A-level and Higher results.
Yearly academic results can be found on the School website.
Games and Activities
At the Edinburgh Academy, sport offers opportunities at all levels. The PE curriculum is varied, encompassing a wide variety of team games and individual sports. The School runs teams in a large number of major and minor sports and encourages pupils to represent the School at one or more sports at any age group.
In Music, there are about 20 performing groups including orchestras, choirs, wind bands, a big band and several chamber groups.
In Drama, there are usually three or four main productions each year. There is a fully active LAMDA qualification schedule in acting, reading for performance, mime, public speaking and Musical Theatre in place. This occurs at break time and lunchtimes. In addition, the Drama and Music department liaise to produce an annual musical, with potential to increase this.
All pupils currently join the CCF or The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in 4ths (S3).
All members of staff are expected to play a full part in supporting the co-curricular life of the School.
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