Teaching Assistant 1:1 Support

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

Position: Teaching Assistant 1:1 Support
2.5 hours per day
EYFS

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 23 February 2026.
 Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.
Early applications are advised. The school will review applications as they come in
and reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.

WELCOME

TO OUR REAL WORLD READY SCHOOL

St George’s School Windsor Castle is an award-winning day and boarding school for children aged 3–13,
offering extensive facilities in a truly iconic setting at the foot of Windsor Castle.

The first standalone prep school in the UK to be designated an IB World School, St George’s prides itself on
combining a pioneering, world-class International Baccalaureate curriculum, with exciting opportunities to
collaborate across the globe through Round Square, and a school-wide approach which prioritises mental
wellbeing, nurturing children to be kind, resilient, inquisitive, internationally minded and Real World Ready.

Alongside an exceptional reputation for musical excellence, including a 675-year history of educating the
choristers of the world-famous St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle, the school offers diverse
opportunities across sport, performing arts, design and technology, both via the taught curriculum as well
as through an exciting co-curricular programme, offering more than 80 activities across the year, ranging
from scuba diving to street dance, cookery and Eco Club.

In its most recent inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate in November 2025, St George’s met
all applicable standards. reinforcing the ‘excellent’ rating received under the previous inspection framework
in 2022. In 2023, St George’s won a Hieda Award in recognition of its proactive approach to mental wellbeing
for both students and the wider school community and in 2025, St George’s was ranked as one of the top
100 independent schools in the world in the Spear’s 500 Schools Index. The school was also shortlisted as
Independent Prep School of the Year in both the 2024 Tes Schools Awards and the 2025 Independent
Schools of the Year awards.

We employ over ninety staff, all of whom contribute hugely to the success, warmth and happiness of the
school and its students, and the school values of kindness, honesty and courage permeate every aspect of
school life. If you would like to join us, read on. We very much look forward to receiving your application.

POSITION

TEACHING ASSISTANT
1:1 SUPPORT

We are looking for a patient, nurturing Teaching
Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child
in Early Years with emerging additional needs,
including social communication differences,
language delay, and sensory processing needs. The
role is to help the child feel safe, understood, and
able to access learning through consistent,
child-centred support.

Key Duties:

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Provide calm, consistent 1:1 support during the child’s school
hours
Support the child’s communication development using strategies
provided by the class team and Speech & Language
professionals
Support the child’s sensory and emotional regulation through the
implementation of a tailored Occupational Therapy programme
Help the child to access learning through play-based, practical
and sensory-informed approaches
Be aspirational and maintain high expectations, whilst also being
adaptive and responsive to the child’s needs in the moment
Use visual supports, routines, and sensory strategies to support regulation and transitions
Follow agreed strategies carefully to ensure a consistent approach
Take a curious, reflective approach to behaviour, seeking to understand the child’s needs and
remove barriers to learning
Support the child in the swimming pool
Encourage independence, confidence, and positive interactions with peers
Support the child’s love of outdoor learning and ensure opportunities for movement and outdoor
engagement
Respond warmly to the child’s affectionate nature while maintaining appropriate professional
boundaries

● Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to share observations and support progress
● Work effectively within a team of Early Years professionals

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and staff may be expected to undertake other duties as
reasonably requested by their faculty lead or a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Details of the terms
and conditions of employment at St George’s are to be found in the Staff Contract.

All completed application forms (which can be
found on the school website) should be sent for
the attention of:
Emma Károlyi, Head and Katie Chorley, Business
Director

POSITION

SAFEGUARDING

St George’s School Windsor Castle is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment.

All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection
screening appropriate to the post. The appointment is subject to
satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the
relevant statutory guidance, including an enhanced Disclosure
and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, proof of
identity and eligibility to work in the UK, a review of the
applicant’s social media presence and proof of qualifications.

RENUMERATION

St George’s has its own salary scale. Lunch is provided during school terms and parking is normally
available on site. The school operates a defined contribution pension scheme.

HOW TO APPLY

Application forms can be found on the Staff Recruitment page of the school website. All completed forms
should be submitted by email, marked for the attention of:

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Emma Adriano, Deputy Head (Head of Pre-Prep)
Sent to: recruitment@stgwindsor.org

CLOSING DATE: Forms should be received no later than 12 noon on Monday 23 February 2026.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible after application closing date. Early applications are advised.
The school will review applications as they come in and reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.

OUR VISION
Students become ‘Real World Ready’.

OUR MISSION
To ignite inquiry, instil a passion
for learning and foster our Christian
values. Through inspirational
teaching, children develop the
mindset and skills to navigate
life’s opportunities and contribute
to global society.

OUR VALUES
Kindness  |  Honesty  |  Courage

“A liberal, outward-looking
education delivered by bright-eyed
teachers in a small and nurturing
urban haven (plus castle)”

“A progressive school
leading the charge in
educational reform”

“The only standalone UK prep to
offer the IB, St George’s will surely
lead with many novel ideas.”

stgwindsor.org