UK Gap Assistant

Every year our overseas Gap Assistants join us in January and we are looking for a UK-based Gap Assistant to join the team in September 2022 for a one year fixed-term contract.

The Role

Our Gap Assistants are considered full members of staff and are highly regarded and appreciated. An integral part of the Gap Assistant’s role is bringing their life experience for our pupils to learn and benefit from, and to broaden their horizons and bring examples to life.

As a Gap Assistant you will be expected to demonstrate:

• Leadership qualities;

• To be a role model to our pupils by being hardworking, reliable and punctual, demonstrating honesty and integrity at all times, smart in appearance, support the aims of the School; and

• To develop and maintain appropriate relationships with both staff and pupils.

The role of Gap Assistant at Brambletye School is far from routine with no two days being the same.  In order to be successful in this post you will need to:

• Possess a real interest in children, particularly in their welfare and education;

• Be prepared to be flexible in your approach to work;

• Work hard and be adaptable;

• Exercise enthusiasm and show initiative;

• Be a team player;

• Be willing to help out and get stuck in; and

• Enjoy being part of a close-knit community.

In return we offer you a supportive and caring working environment, the opportunity to learn new skills and gain great work and life experiences with the added opportunity to travel during the generous school holiday.

Salary and Living Arrangements

The salary for this position is £9,780 (which is subject to a pay review for September 2022).  This position comes with fully subsidised onsite accommodation and all meals are provided for free of charge during term-time.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position and would like an informal discussion prior to submitting an application, please contact David Finch, Assistant Head (Pastoral) either via telephone: 01342 321004 or via email: dfinch@brambletye.com who would be happy to discuss this position with you in further detail.

To apply, please fully complete a copy of our application form and return to Heather White (HR Manager) via email: hwhite@brambletye.com.

The closing date for applications is midday on Friday, 4th February 2022 at midday.

The interview date is to be confirmed.

Interviews will be arranged in accordance with current Government advice regarding the Covid-19 situation.

Please note that applications not submitted on the Brambletye application form or where the Brambletye application form has not been completed in full, will not be considered. CV’s will not be accepted in substitution for a completed Brambletye application form.

Applicants who have lived outside of the UK for more than three months in the past 10 years will be required to provide a Police check from their country/countries of residence.

Brambletye School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its recruitment and selection process. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.