Teaching Assistant

About the School - Oxford House Prep School

Oxford House is a Montessori Nursery and Preparatory school for girls and boys aged 2.5-11 years. Founded in 1959, this intimate and exclusive school offers every child a complete education that puts a high emphasis on traditional values and the child-centred learning of the Montessori Method.

The school aims to understand and to develop the potential which all children possess and to send them on to senior schools as literate, numerate, well-mannered and happy individuals. The success rate for students gaining places in selective state and independent schools is unrivalled in the local area.

Please see website for further information about our wonderful school.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team working Part time 30 hours per week. (Monday – Friday, days and hours to be agreed). Term time contract to start September 2024. 

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too. 

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class. 

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the role

To actively support the policies and aims of the school whilst effectively teaching and encouraging pupils to develop both inside and outside the classroom. To support lessons and prepare teaching materials, to teach pupils of different ages and abilities, to manage class behaviour and to motivate and encourage pupils to do their best. To work collaboratively as part of a team and to ensure the good social, emotional and physical development of every child. To ensure the health and safety of our pupils within a happy, calm environment.

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Who we are looking for: 

We want to hear from high calibre and passionate people who have something special to bring to our unique school. You will have Cache Level 3 or equivalent is essential as well as experience and knowledge of the EYFS, KS1 or KS2 curriculum.

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 28th July 2024

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.