Teaching Assistant, Prep School

HOLME GRANGE SCHOOL

Heathlands Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3AL
Tel: 0118 978 1566 e-mail: hr@holmegrange.org
Independent Co-educational School from 2– 16 years

Immediate Start Available

Teaching Assistant, Prep School
(Part Time 8:00am-1:30pm, Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri. Term Time only)

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join
the team in our Prep School. The successful candidate will be committed to maintaining high standards of teaching
and learning with the ability to inspire and motivate our children to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will have experience working with children as a Teaching Assistant, or a strong interest
in beginning a career in education. They will be passionate about supporting the teaching and learning of young
people,  as  well  as  an  ability  to  work  creatively  and  sensitively  with  children.  The  successful  candidate  will
demonstrate a friendly and caring manner, alongside a genuine commitment to ensuring that all pupils achieve
the highest possible levels of progress and attainment.

This role will particularly suit candidates who are able to work effectively as part of a team, who adopt a positive
and proactive approach and who possess strong interpersonal skills.

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 Headteacher, Mrs Pippa Adams

Closing date for applications: until the position is filled

Interviews: as soon as possible