SPORTS GRADUATE ASSISTANT
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Sports Graduate Assistant

Responsible to:  Director of Sport

Main Purpose:  To support the delivery of the schools outstanding Sports programme in the Senior School
through coaching teams and individuals and sharing your enthusiasm for Sport with our pupils.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  To work directly with the Director of Sport and appropriate Heads of Sport to support the planning

and delivering the sports programmes.

  To coach boys’ and girls’ teams across the year, planning training sessions that challenge and develop

individuals and teams.

  To offer high level coaching to small groups and individuals as part of our scholarship programme to

stretch the most able pupils.

  To support the wider delivery of the Sedbergh Sports programme, assisting when needed with other

sports and contributing to the summer term programme with cricket, athletics, or tennis.

  To assist with administration tasks relating to your specific sport, and the wider sports programme,
including engaging with the use of school systems, including socs and isams, to organise and register
fixtures and games afternoons.

  To work collaborative with fellow graduate assistants to support the Sedbergh Sports programme on

event days such as sports scholarship days and tournament days.

  Play a full and active role in the busy boarding environment, being a resident tutor in a boarding

house, including tutoring, supervising, and leading activities.

  Demonstrate a proactive approach to engaging with young people.
  To take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding of children and young people
  To undertake other duties within the post as requested by your line manager or senior management

team.

Health and Safety:

All staff should be aware of the school’s health and safety policy and implement it as appropriate.

Safeguarding:

All staff employed by Sedbergh School are expected to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding
the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible or with whom they come into
contact.

These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a
definitive list.  Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post.

Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be
willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers
and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registered Charity No 1080672

SPORTS GRADUATE ASSISTANT

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications/Attainment

Essential

Desirable

Educated to degree level (working towards this for Placement
Students)
Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running Coaching Qualifications

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Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Desirable

Experience of Coaching Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running

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Experience  of  performance  Rugby/Hockey/Netball/Cricket/Running
Coaching

Knowledge of Boarding education or Coaching

Experience  of  successfully  contributing  to  or  running  extracurricular
clubs, activities, teams, and fixtures

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Skills/Abilities

Essential

Desirable

Ability to contribute to more than one sport within a sports programme

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Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a genuine interest in leading
and supporting Games & PE provision.
The ability to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their
sporting potential.
Willingness to learn, engage in CPD to develop in the role, and work
collaboratively as part of a team,

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Personal Lines Team Leader

We are looking for a Personal Lines Team Leader to join our St Clears office. Competitive salary, excellent benefits and hybrid working.

Salary: Circa £30,000.00

Working hours: 35 hours per week

Duration: Permanent 

Location: St Clears 

About the role

Lloyd & Whyte, who are proudly part of Benefact Group, are looking for a Personal Lines Team Leader to join our Community Broking team in their

St Clearsoffice.

The purpose of this role is to provide effective leadership of your team and working in partnership with office leadership, to deliver existing business retention and income targets whilst continuing to fulfil an element of the Insurance Consultant role; ensuring cultural, service and efficiency objectives are achieved in support of the business strategy.

Why join us?

Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that’s committed to making a difference and building a more sustainable future. Ranked amongst the UK's 15 Best Big Companies to Work For in 2025, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities within a rapidly growing, innovative Group — where all profits go to charity and good causes.

What you'll be doing

• Leading a team of Personal lines advisers, helping to achieve conduct and regulatory standards as well as driving the business forward to growth

• Managing day-to-day workflow processes, resource, and productivity of the team

• Delivering insurance recommendations to clients at both new business and renewal within FCA and consumer duty guidelines.

• Identifying under insurance and make recommendations to rectify this for our clients

• Identifying and making recommendations on how process, systems and procedures can be efficiently implemented and continually improved

What you'll need to have

• Demonstrate our values of Fun, Supportive, Professional, working in Partnership and Ambitious

• Inspire people through motivational coaching & training

• Confidence and capability in communicating, managing relationships and providing an excellent client experience

• Be experienced in developing client service and improving client advocacy

• IT literate and analytical

What makes you stand out

• Chartered Insurance Institute Certificate in Insurance or equivalent qualification

What we offer

• 28

  days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Your birthday off

• Group Personal Pension

• Bonus scheme

• A holiday buy scheme

• An array of health and wellbeing benefits, company cash plan, income protection and life assurance

• Enhanced sick pay and parental leave

• Support and funding toward study and professional qualifications

• Paid time off for volunteering

from the Headmistress
Mrs Maria Young MA PGCE

LANGUAGE ASSISTANT - FRENCH

(Part-Time)

Background to the School

Farnborough  Hill  is  an  independent  Catholic  day  school  and  a  member  of  the  Girls’  Schools
Association, Independent Schools’ Association and CISC.  It welcomes pupils and staff of all faiths and
no faith, provided they are in sympathy with the ethos of the School.  About one quarter of the 478
pupils are Catholics.  A similar proportion of the staff are Catholic.

Located on the Hampshire/Surrey border, the School has excellent transport links, both by train and
road being about a 10 minutes’ walk from Farnborough Main station.

Farnborough Hill is committed to the education of the whole person. The School places great emphasis
on the all-round personal growth of its pupils. It aims for academic excellence as well as ensuring that
pupils play a full part in school life and have the opportunities to develop their co-curricular interests.

The School offers Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sports Scholarships at 11+ as well as means-tested
bursaries for families in need of financial assistance. Sixth Form Scholarships are awarded on the basis
of open examination, as well as for excellence in Creative Arts, Music, Performing Arts and Sport.

In 2025 our A level pupils once again achieved impressive results with an excellent 50% of all grades at
A*/A and 76% A*-B. Our GCSE results were also excellent with 48% of grades awarded at 9-7.

The  School’s  aim  is  to  engage  wholeheartedly  in  all  activities,  challenges  and  opportunities.  This  is
achieved  through  our  pastoral  care  and  encouragement  of  each  individual.  This  is  a  strength  of
Farnborough  Hill  and  we  see  it  as  an  essential  part  of  our  caring,  Christian  ethos.  Parents  greatly
appreciate this and see it as an important ingredient when choosing to send their daughters here.

The  School  is  housed  in  the  historic  home  of  the  ex-Empress  Eugenie  of  France,  to  which  much
purpose-built  school  accommodation,  such  as  the  sports  hall,  swimming  pool,  Art  and  Design
Technology  Centre, modern  laboratories, theatre, a music  suite  and  hockey  all-weather  pitch  have
been added, with an inspiring new Sixth Form Centre which opened in September 2022. These facilities
sit within approximately 65 acres of parkland making it a tranquil and inspiring place to work, alongside
a forward-looking and ambitious Senior Leadership Team and governing body.

The Modern Languages Department
The Modern Languages Department at Farnborough Hill is a friendly and dynamic team of successful
teachers who care passionately about the languages they teach.  The department currently consists of
four full-time and two part-time members of staff.  In addition, there are part-time language assistants
in French, German and Spanish who provide conversation practice in small groups for GCSE pupils
and one-to-one sessions for Sixth Form pupils.  The department is housed in a suite of classrooms
together with a fully equipped Resources Room.

All pupils choose to study two languages in Years 7 and 8. Key Stage 3 pupils have two MFL lessons
per week.  In Year 9, pupils will study either one or two languages, and at Stage 4 languages are optional.
The  department  follows  the  AQA  specification  in  all  three  languages  and  pupils  are  taught  in  sets
according to their ability in MFL.

Modern Languages are also offered at A level, where small groups enable high standards to be reached,
including Oxbridge entry level. The A level Modern Languages courses are examined by AQA. Sixth
Form pupils are encouraged to attend courses, undertake work experience and/or stay with families
abroad. Frequently, pupils choose to pursue languages at university.

During the year the department organises day and residential trips, including Christmas Markets and
Paris,  France  for  a  variety  of  Year  Groups,  as  well  as  work  experience  abroad  for  senior  pupils.
Themed languages days are also put on in school both for fun, and to raise the profile of languages as
excellent subjects for study.

Language Assistant - French
We are seeking to appoint a fluent speaker (preferable first language French) of French to assist our
pupils with their language oral work at GCSE and A level.  This is a part-time role for 10 hours per
week, term time only.

The main areas of responsibility are:

•  To support language lessons in the target language through conversations and activities.
•  To practise conversation with small groups of GCSE and A level pupils and to help prepare

them for oral examinations.

•  To  liaise  with  class  teachers  on  a  regular  basis  regarding  content  and  structure  of  language

sessions.

•  To be aware of the demands of the speaking elements of the A level and GCSE specifications

and the corresponding schemes of assessment.

•  To keep records of attendance and brief session detai...

from the Headmistress
Mrs Maria Young MA PGCE

LANGUAGE ASSISTANT - FRENCH

(Part-Time)

Background to the School

Farnborough  Hill  is  an  independent  Catholic  day  school  and  a  member  of  the  Girls’  Schools
Association, Independent Schools’ Association and CISC.  It welcomes pupils and staff of all faiths and
no faith, provided they are in sympathy with the ethos of the School.  About one quarter of the 478
pupils are Catholics.  A similar proportion of the staff are Catholic.

Located on the Hampshire/Surrey border, the School has excellent transport links, both by train and
road being about a 10 minutes’ walk from Farnborough Main station.

Farnborough Hill is committed to the education of the whole person. The School places great emphasis
on the all-round personal growth of its pupils. It aims for academic excellence as well as ensuring that
pupils play a full part in school life and have the opportunities to develop their co-curricular interests.

The School offers Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sports Scholarships at 11+ as well as means-tested
bursaries for families in need of financial assistance. Sixth Form Scholarships are awarded on the basis
of open examination, as well as for excellence in Creative Arts, Music, Performing Arts and Sport.

In 2025 our A level pupils once again achieved impressive results with an excellent 50% of all grades at
A*/A and 76% A*-B. Our GCSE results were also excellent with 48% of grades awarded at 9-7.

The  School’s  aim  is  to  engage  wholeheartedly  in  all  activities,  challenges  and  opportunities.  This  is
achieved  through  our  pastoral  care  and  encouragement  of  each  individual.  This  is  a  strength  of
Farnborough  Hill  and  we  see  it  as  an  essential  part  of  our  caring,  Christian  ethos.  Parents  greatly
appreciate this and see it as an important ingredient when choosing to send their daughters here.

The  School  is  housed  in  the  historic  home  of  the  ex-Empress  Eugenie  of  France,  to  which  much
purpose-built  school  accommodation,  such  as  the  sports  hall,  swimming  pool,  Art  and  Design
Technology  Centre, modern  laboratories, theatre, a music  suite  and  hockey  all-weather  pitch  have
been added, with an inspiring new Sixth Form Centre which opened in September 2022. These facilities
sit within approximately 65 acres of parkland making it a tranquil and inspiring place to work, alongside
a forward-looking and ambitious Senior Leadership Team and governing body.

The Modern Languages Department
The Modern Languages Department at Farnborough Hill is a friendly and dynamic team of successful
teachers who care passionately about the languages they teach.  The department currently consists of
four full-time and two part-time members of staff.  In addition, there are part-time language assistants
in French, German and Spanish who provide conversation practice in small groups for GCSE pupils
and one-to-one sessions for Sixth Form pupils.  The department is housed in a suite of classrooms
together with a fully equipped Resources Room.

All pupils choose to study two languages in Years 7 and 8. Key Stage 3 pupils have two MFL lessons
per week.  In Year 9, pupils will study either one or two languages, and at Stage 4 languages are optional.
The  department  follows  the  AQA  specification  in  all  three  languages  and  pupils  are  taught  in  sets
according to their ability in MFL.

Modern Languages are also offered at A level, where small groups enable high standards to be reached,
including Oxbridge entry level. The A level Modern Languages courses are examined by AQA. Sixth
Form pupils are encouraged to attend courses, undertake work experience and/or stay with families
abroad. Frequently, pupils choose to pursue languages at university.

During the year the department organises day and residential trips, including Christmas Markets and
Paris,  France  for  a  variety  of  Year  Groups,  as  well  as  work  experience  abroad  for  senior  pupils.
Themed languages days are also put on in school both for fun, and to raise the profile of languages as
excellent subjects for study.

Language Assistant - French
We are seeking to appoint a fluent speaker (preferable a native speaker) of French to assist our pupils
with their language oral work at GCSE and A level.  This is a part-time role for 10 hours per week,
term time only.

The main areas of responsibility are:

•  To support language lessons in the target language through conversations and activities.
•  To practise conversation with small groups of GCSE and A level pupils and to help prepare

them for oral examinations.

•  To  liaise  with  class  teachers  on  a  regular  basis  regarding  content  and  structure  of  language

sessions.

•  To be aware of the demands of the speaking elements of the A level and GCSE specifications

and the corresponding schemes of assessment.

•  To keep records of attendance and brief session details an...

MANDARIN  SPEAKING  -  BOARDING  AND  TEACHING

ASSISTANT - JOB DESCRIPTION

Pangbourne  College  is  committed  to  safeguarding  and  promoting  the  welfare  of
children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

 Job Title:

Mandarin Speaking - Boarding and Teaching Assistant

Reports to:                                          Assistant Head - Boarding

Department:

Boarding and Academic

Hours per week:

Full time, including evening and weekend duties

Role type:                                            Fixed Term Contract (15 April 2026 to 04 July 2026)

Key working relationships:

●  Head of House
●  Assistant Head - Boarding
●  Deputy Head Pastoral
●  Pupils (especially those who speak Mandarin)
●  Parents and Guardians (especially Chinese-speaking ones)
●  Pastoral Divisional Leads
●  Academic and Operational Staff

Role Summary

The Boarding and Teaching Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the transition, wellbeing, and daily
lives of Pangbourne College pupils and Immersion Chinese Pupils, with a particular focus on offering
language and cultural support to Mandarin-speaking pupils and their families. This residential position
requires them to reside within College accommodation. The Assistant will work across all boarding
houses, providing a reassuring, nurturing and culturally sensitive presence while assisting the Heads
of House and Deputy Heads of House with pastoral, administrative and housekeeping duties. The role

involves supporting pupils during their academic and personal development across the College's
boarding community.

Duties and Responsibilities

Pastoral Care and Wellbeing

●  Provide excellent pastoral care and create a welcoming, safe environment for all Short term

Chinese pupils.

●  Run Trips on Saturdays and Sundays for the Boarding Pupils.
●  Accompany pupils on residential trips during term time and at Half Term.
●  Act as a primary cultural and language liaison for Chinese-speaking pupils, helping them

integrate seamlessly into College life.

●  Act as a first point of contact for Chinese-speaking parents, providing reassurance and sharing
updates on pupil welfare, often requiring translation and explanation of College policies and
procedures.

●  Work across all Houses to support pupils in maintaining high standards of appearance,

behaviour and uniform.

●  Be attentive to individual needs, monitoring for changes in behavior, and responding

appropriately.

●  Uphold the highest standards of behaviour and conduct as detailed in the Staff Handbook.
●  Promote inclusivity by actively considering pupils' cultural, dietary, and religious needs.
●  Actively participate in House and College events, promoting a sense of community and

engagement among pupils.

Health and Safety

●  Administer basic first aid when necessary and ensure access to medical care by liaising with

the Health Centre.

●  Accompany pupils to appointments when required.
●  Manage the storage, distribution and documentation of non-prescription and prescribed

medication, as delegated by the Head of House.

●  Support and participate in fire drills and health and safety checks, maintaining accurate

records.

House Support and Administration

 Assist Heads of House with day-to-day administrative duties across all Houses.

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●  Support the coordination of House rotas, including alternating shifts, weekend and evening

duties.

●  Maintain accurate records for pupil registration, medical updates, and leave arrangements

using the College’s management systems.

●  Assist with travel and end of term arrangements, particularly for international and Chinese

pupils, communicating with parents and the Bursary as required.

●  Provide positive communication with pupils, parents, and College staff, attending meetings and

providing updates to the Head of House and Assistant Head - Boarding.

●  Drive a College Minibus to transport pupils or perform other duties, if appropriately qualified.

Other
The above is only an outline of the tasks and responsibilities of the role.  The post holder will carry out
any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager.
The Job Description and person specification may be reviewed on an on-going basis in accordance with
the changing needs of the department and College. This Job Description and accompanying
documentation do not form part of the employment contract.

Compliance and Safeguarding

●  Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy

It is the post holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children. You
will comply with the Pangbourne College Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, and the
requirement to report to the Designated Safeguarding Lead any concerns relating to the safety
or welfare of children. Pangbourne College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

●  Statutory Requirements: Support...

MANDARIN  SPEAKING  -  BOARDING  AND  TEACHING

ASSISTANT - PERSON SPECIFICATION

Pangbourne  College  is  committed  to  safeguarding  and  promoting  the  welfare  of
children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Job Title: Mandarin Speaking - Boarding and Teaching Assistant
Department: Boarding

Qualifications

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Educated to Degree level or equivalent

Relevant qualifications or training

Application form

Interview

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Skills and Experience

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Application form

Interview

References

Assessment exercise

Fluent in Mandarin with strong proficiency in
English.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills,
with the ability to connect with pupils, parents and
staff

Excellent organisational skills, the ability to
prioritise and manage a diverse pastoral workload

High level of emotional intelligence, empathy and
resilience

Willingness to live on site and embrace College life

Able to be a role model to pupils and staff,
embodying the values of Pangbourne College

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

IT skills, especially with Google suite and
Microsoft Office

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Previous experience in a similar pastoral or

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boarding environment, preferably within a school

Personal Qualities

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Interview

Assessment exercise

References

A natural leader, able to build trust and set a
positive example to students and staff

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Empathetic and compassionate, understanding the
individual needs of students

Integrity and able to inspire others

Adaptable, organised and calm under pressure

Strong attention to detail

Professional, socially confidence, positive, patient,
resilient, kind, reliable and supportive

Approachable and warm whilst balancing
authority and discipline

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Special requirements

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of
children

Compliance with Pangbourne College’s Child
Protection and Safeguarding Policy

Current driving licence - Pangbourne College is
located in a rural setting with limited transport
links

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Interview

Assessment exercise

JOB DESCRIPTION – CONCIERGE

Scottish  Veterans  Residences  (SVR)  is  a  Registered  Scottish  Charity  (SC012739)
established  in  1910  in  reaction  to  the  sight  of  veterans  sleeping  rough  on  the  streets  of
Edinburgh.  SVR  is  a  Housing  Association  which  provides  high  quality,  supported
accommodation for veterans who are homeless or in need.

We house ex-service men and women of all ages in residences in Edinburgh, Dundee and
Glasgow.

1.  Job Details

Night Concierge
Job Title
Hours
 Bank Staff
Place of Work  Whitefoord House, Edinburgh

Line Manager  Deputy Manager
Salary

Real Living Wage

2.  Job Purpose

The post will support the security of supported housing services by being the first point of
call to residents and visitors.   The postholder will monitor all matters concerning the
security of the residence and residents safety.
Light manual labour involving general cleaning in the front of house, specifically offices
and common rooms including the lifts and corridors to maintain safe, orderly and hygienic
conditions
There may be a small element of personal support required for some of the residents in
times of difficulty.

3.  Main Responsibilities

•  Wakened Night Duty
•  Safety of Residents
•  Security of Premises
•  General Cleaning
•  Responding to Emergencies
•  Maintaining a safe environment (HASW)

4.  Principal Accountabilities:

The following is not an exhaustive list and can vary to meet the exigencies of the service:

•  From 7pm until 7am the Concierge is the first point of contact for residents &

visitors, providing an alert staff presence throughout the night.

•  Undertake External security check - report any repairs or litter which is observed.
•  Detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
•  Ensure all visitors have left the premises & perimeter gates are secured
•  Act at all times as a responsible and trusted person

•  As directed by the on call manger, complete sign up’s for emergency out of hours

referrals

General Safety of Residents

•  Observe Fire Safety regulations, and follow procedures including safety checks and

maintain the Fire Register to include details of overnight visitors

•  Monitor all automated safety systems including Fire Alarm system, intruder and

panic alarms, CCTV, etc.

•  Organise safe evacuation in the event of fire or flooding
•  Respond to any concerns arising with residents or their visitors, other staff and the

general public when using the building.

•  Alert On-call Management whenever necessary, and summon assistance from

Emergency Services as appropriate e.g. Fire and Rescue, Ambulance, Police etc.

•  Monitor & Maintain Security throughout the building and grounds
•  The Concierge team will maintain secure and safe conditions by preparing regular

written Safety Reports for attention of the Management team.

•  Watchfulness via regular patrols throughout the building including the residence.
•  Respond to any intruders or suspect activities in the grounds by notifying the Police

then assisting Police with access to the property on arrival.

•  Observe safe systems of work at all times, including personal safety, and work in

accordance with current protocols for existing safety and security systems

•  Report all faults in the building, or any other concerns with maintenance or security
•  As necessary, arrange call-outs using the list of recognised tradesmen for gas,

electricity, heating, water, doors and glazing, telecommunications, etc.

•  Cooperate with other personnel while maintaining a safe and secure environment
•  Light manual labour involving general cleaning in the front of house, specifically

offices and common rooms including the lifts and corridors

•  Hoovering, dusting, door and glass surfaces, bins, desks, while removing tripping or

slipping hazards, or other hygiene hazards to avoid cross contamination.

•  Ensure the front of house foyer is always clean, tidy and ready for use by day shift,

and respond to requests on the daily schedule.

Communications

•  Respond appropriately to telephone enquiries or unannounced visits.
•  The Concierge can expect to communicate with a wide range of personnel including
residents and/or their family and friends, senior management, and other agencies,
or emergency services

•  Telephone manner will be calm, courteous, polite and helpful to all persons
•

Interpersonal skills are important particularly when dealing with any residents or
other individuals who are in distress or otherwise agitated.

•  Enter and maintain accurate records
•  Any incidents or accidents must be recorded within the appropriate proforma and

passed over to the management team.

•  When responding to urgent incidents or emergencies, relevant and accurate

information should be communicated with appropriate personnel, so that a swift and
effective response is decided upon.

•  Concierges will adhere to Data Protection requirements in respect o...

Holme Grange School
Job Description & Person Specification

Job Title:

Estates Assistant

Responsible to:

Estates and Facilities Manager

Hours:

Full time - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with a 30 minute break (Hours are flexible)

Purpose of Job:

The Role

To carry out day to day maintenance of the school buildings, its services and grounds in
order to ensure the school is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order.

The performance of all the duties and responsibilities shown below will be under the reasonable direction of the
Estates and Facilities Manager, Estates Supervisor, Bursar, Headteacher or other Senior Manager if appropriate.
Under the direction of the Estates Supervisor the Estates Assistant will be required to assist with the security of
the premises and its contents, ensuring that the school's facilities and grounds are maintained to a high standard
whilst meeting the operational needs of a day school

Whilst the primary requirements of the appointee will be to meet the gardening and grounds needs of the School
they will also be called upon to carry out various other duties as required. These may include, as well as other
maintenance jobs, assisting the other grounds and maintenance staff in carrying out their duties (particularly in
times of staff absence) and the provision of the occasional delivery and collection service for which the use of a
small van is available. The post holder will be required to drive the School’s minibus for which a formal
qualification (as arranged by the School) will be expected to be achieved.

This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed regularly and
may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after due consideration

General Requirements

Previous experience in an estate or facilities management role is desirable

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• A good understanding of building maintenance including mechanical and electrical systems
• A good understanding of compliance, health and safety and other statutory regulations
• Hold a valid driver's license
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Previous experience in pitch maintenance for Cricket, Football, Rugby and Athletics desirable but not essential

An ideal Candidate will:

be reliable, flexible and readily available to support the needs of the school
have effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills

• Have a proactive approach to general maintenance
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• work well as part of a team and independently
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be confident and a reassuring presence whilst maintaining a professional relationship with students
be able to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people
have basic IT skills (familiar with use of email, mobile phone messaging etc.)
be calm in an emergency and flexible to respond to unexpected situations

Heathlands  Road,  Wokingham,  Berkshire, RG40  3AL

0118 978 1566                   school@holmegrange.org

www.holmegrange.org

 Headteacher Mrs Pippa Adams MEd FCCT

Holme  Grange  Ltd  trading  as  Holme  Grange  School  registered

in  England  No.

9000240  Registered  office  at  Holme  Grange  School,  Heathlands  Road,  Wokingham
RG40  3AL  Registered  as  a  charity  No.  309105

Main Duties

This is a 'hands-on' appointment and the Estates Assistant is expected to be fully involved with the daily duties
being flexible and responsive. It is essential that the candidate is able to demonstrate their ability to work as
part of an effective team. The ability to prioritise work and identify, diagnose and solve problems before they
affect the operation of the school is essential.

Being committed to the safeguarding of children

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• Occasional out of hours work is required, however notice will be given in advance.
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Liaise with the Estates Supervisor regarding work to be carried out
Carry out compliance and legislative checks to ensure the School remains fully compliant
Report any faulty appliances, damaged furniture/equipment and any other potential hazards
Ensure the maintenance of the School estate is maintained to the highest standards. This may include;

o Grass cutting, leaf and litter clearance to maintain a clean and tidy appearance.
o To weed kill as necessary (training will be provided if required)
o To keep all hedges properly trimmed and fences in good condition
o To keep all external areas and other hard surfaces clean and tidy.
o To maintain the woodland path to the athletics field.
o Tending to the flower beds, hanging baskets, vegetables etc.
o Maintain the Adventure Playground, Willow Village, Forest School and Outdoor Learning Areas
o Maintain all the woodland areas with the assistance of outside contractors
o Assist with the management of the School Polytunnel
o Assist with the maintenance of the School ‘Farm’ including mucking out and general up keep of the

pens as well as changing bedding, administering medication and feeding (when required) and working
to maintain the animals welfare

o Ke...

HOLME GRANGE SCHOOL

Heathlands Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3AL
Tel: 0118 978 1566 e-mail: hr@holmegrange.org
Independent Co-educational School from 3 – 16 years

Required As Soon as Possible

Estates Assistant

Holme Grange is a successful, traditional yet innovative Independent School with a real soul. We aim to
stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage pupils to embrace challenge. We have high expectations, for
ourselves and our pupils. Pastoral care is the responsibility of every member of staff and is one of the many
strengths of the School.

The School is set in 21 acres of beautiful Berkshire countryside and centred around a Grade II listed Victorian
country house with modern additions including our recent and sustainably designed and constructed senior
school.  Outdoor learning is a key area at Holme Grange, and we also have a School farm with livestock and
which grows produce. Holme Grange is committed to sustainability and has won awards for excellence in this
field on more than one occasion.

The post holder will report to the Estates Supervisor as part of the Estates Team and will mainly work on the
grounds and gardening needs of the School.  There will also be the opportunity to work on building maintenance
tasks, and drive school vehicles for which a driving licence is essential.

The role will suit an individual who has a hands-on and proactive approach to their duties, is able to operate as
part of a highly efficient team, and enjoys outdoor work.

Professional  development  opportunities  are  available  and  encouraged.  Among  other  benefits  we  offer
competitive  salaries  and  a  contributory  pension  scheme;  free  lunch  and  refreshments  during  term  time;  an
Employee  Assistance  Programme,  wellbeing  sessions  and  personal  coaching;  staff  discount  scheme;  and  fee
reductions for eligible children attending Holme Grange.

A willingness to play a full part in the extra-curricular and pastoral life of our happy and vibrant school is essential.
Holme Grange has its own salary scale.

Holme Grange is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all jobs will
undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and
Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level. A Prohibition Check is also carried out. Holme Grange School is
an equal opportunities employer.

Full  details  and  application  form  available  at  www.holmegrange.org or  by  telephoning  0118  978  1566.    Pre-
interview visits welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the HR Team.

Applications will only be accepted by completion of an application form which should be submitted with a letter
of application to the Bursar, Mrs Katie Chorley.

Closing date for applications: until the position is filled

Interviews: as soon as possible

Job Description

Non-Residential Gap Student
Deputy  Head,  Operations  /  Designated  Safeguarding  Lead  for  pastoral  and
welfare matters that arise in boarding.
N/A

POSITION
REPORTS TO

LINE MANAGES

Purpose of the job:

To provide support to the teaching teams across a range of subjects inclusive of a significant commitment to
the games and physical education programme, enabling pupils across all age ranges to flourish. To play a full
and active role in the Boarding House, supporting the Boarding staff with all activities and pupil supervision
requirements.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Inspire the children you work with to be the best version of themselves, acting as a role model in school
Lead small group sports sessions in games lessons, developing pupil skill level in a range of sports

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•  Attend sports fixtures and help in the organisation of pupils and equipment. These fixtures usually take
part during the working week of Monday to Friday although there are some weekend commitments –
including boarding Friday evenings and Saturday mornings

•  Provide small group support in a range of subjects, developing pupils’ literacy and numeracy skills
•  Provide support to ensure the smooth running of the school day including break and lunch time duties

and dismissal procedures

•  Assist with the smooth running of school events such as Speech day, sports days and residentials
•  To assist pupils and parents where required and to seek support from line management to help you with

this where necessary

•  To assist the Boarding staff in the smooth running of the boarding house, offering activities for the pupils

and supervising boarders

SAFEGUARDING

At Beachborough, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility. Everyone
who comes into contact with children and their families and carers has a role to play in safeguarding children.
In  order  to  fulfil  this  responsibility  effectively,  all  practitioners  should  make  sure  their  approach  is  child-
centred, this means that they should consider, at all times, what is in the best interests of the child.

The post holders must adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection
Policy at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the post-holder becomes aware of
any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, he/she must report any concerns
to the DSL.

Person Profile:

In the role you must be able to demonstrate:
•  A high degree of initiative, actively seeking solutions to any complex challenges that arise in the school

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•  The flexibility to support a high performing staff team, understanding the need to take on alternative

roles as and when required

•  To  display  a  cheerful  and  professional  demeanour  throughout  the  school,  seeking  support  from  line

management where required

This  job  description  reflects  the  present  requirements  of  the  post  and  as  duties  and  responsibilities
change/develop, the job description will be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post
holder.

General notes:

Beachborough is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to
share  this  commitment.  Applicants  must  be  willing  to  undergo  all  necessary  pre-employment  checks.  Full
details are given on the application  form, and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS
check.

•  Start Date: September 2025
•  Monday to Friday – term time only
•  45 hours per week, including early and late duties on a rota basis:

▪  Boarding Support 5:45pm-9pm Monday to Thursday
▪  8am boarding duty Monday to Thursday
▪  7 Friday night / Saturday morning duties per year

Reviewed: Jan 2026

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