School Assistant

 The Froebelian School

School Assistant – Application Process

The Froebelian School is seeking to appoint a part-time School Assistant to join our lively and thriving school. 

At Froebelian, we aim to deliver a holistic and future-focused education, blending tradition with innovation, which inspires children to become life-long learners equipped with the skills and attributes they will need for successful lives. This is a very exciting time to be joining the team. A recent investment in our Pre-Prep provision is impressive and underlines our belief in building on the past whilst embracing the future. We provide an outstanding learning experience, with high inspirations and expectations for all our children, delivered within a safe and nurturing environment.   

The position would suit a person with experience of working in a school/nursery or other child-centred setting. Applicants must offer enthusiasm, dedication, common sense and a love of children and be willing to contribute to the wider life of this busy, exciting and successful school. 

STAFF WELL-BEING

The Froebelian School enjoys a small close-knit community of staff; colleagues get on well with each other and the atmosphere is warm and supportive.  New members of staff are given a mentor on arrival and the Deputy Head oversees the induction process.  There is a Performance Review Cycle which includes an opportunity to meet with a member of the Senior Leadership Team.

APPLICATION PROCESS

The Froebelian School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff are expected to fulfil their safeguarding responsibilities in accordance with our published policies and procedures. This role involves regulated activity with children and candidates will be expected to hold, or be willing to undertake, an enhanced DBS disclosure and full safeguarding checks as well as provide satisfactory references. The Froebelian School is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.     

If you wish to apply for the role, please complete the School’s standard application form. You may include a covering letter of no more than two sides of A4. A curriculum vitae will not be accepted in lieu of an application form. The names of two professional referees will be required. Please send the completed application form to Ms Hannah Borkala, Head’s PA, at office@froebelian.co.uk or by post to the school address. 

Short-listed candidates will be contacted with a view to attending an interview. You will be required to complete a Self-declaration Disclosure. Once confirmed, referees will be contacted to provide a reference. On the day, candidates will have a tour of the school, be asked to undertake a short task relevant to the position and have an interview.

This job description does not define in detail all responsibilities of the post-holder and the responsibilities/activities in the job description may be varied to meet the changing demands of the school at the reasonable direction of the Headteacher. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment; it describes the way in which the School Assistant is expected and required to perform and complete the particular duties as set out above.