After School Club Assistant
Talbot Heath School
Bournemouth
- £11.78 per hour
- Quick apply
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 13 November 2024
Job overview
At Talbot Heath, we believe that nothing is beyond reach. We are an extraordinary school where girls are empowered to be curious, compassionate, and courageous, embodying our motto: Curious Minds, Generous Hearts, Adventurous Spirits. From the age of two, our girls begin a transformative journey that nurtures their integrity, compassion, and ambition—values rooted in our founder’s vision of Honour before Honours.
Our unique, girls-only environment allows young women to thrive, free from societal constraints, fostering an atmosphere where intellectual curiosity, emotional well-being, and personal growth are cultivated. With a reputation for innovative thinking and an interdisciplinary curriculum, Talbot Heath encourages girls to explore creativity and deep thinking in an exciting and different way of learning.
We are now seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Classroom Assistant to support our After School Club. In this role, you will assist in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for our children in Reception to Year 6, helping to plan and supervise activities, encourage positive social interactions, and ensure the wellbeing of all pupils. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic setting. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential. If you’re a team player with a creative mind-set, we would love to hear from you!
About Talbot Heath:
● A leading independent school in Dorset, offering girls aged 2–18 an outstanding education.
● Beautiful woodland campus located close to Dorset’s stunning coastline.
● Selective school with excellent academic results at both GCSE and A Level.
● Renowned for its strong pastoral care system where the well-being and happiness of each student is paramount.
Position: Permanent, term time only Monday to Friday 4.00 – 5.30 pm
Start Date: Immediately Application Deadline: 13th November 2024
Further details can be found in the Job Description. The salary for this role is £3,587.01 (FTE £22,971), £11.78 per hour.
For further information contact Andrea Pittam, HR Manager at apittam@talbotheath.org 01202 761881
At Talbot Heath, every girl is encouraged to embrace her strengths, challenge herself, and become a confident and compassionate global citizen. Join us and help shape the future of our girls!
What We Offer:
● Talbot Heath School is an independent girls' school for ages 2-18, situated in beautiful woodland grounds in Bournemouth. You will benefit from working in a peaceful environment, just a short distance from the town centre, with free on-site parking.
● Subsidised lunch provided daily in our staff dining room, featuring a freshly cooked hot meal and a salad bar.
● Discounted membership to the nearby West Hants Club, offering access to excellent sports and recreational facilities.
● Complimentary use of our on-site swimming pool during the Sunday staff session.
● Complimentary access to our on-site gym facilities.
● Discount on school fees for your children, subject to the school’s admission process and fee remission policy.
● Complimentary after-school childcare for staff with children in Kindergarten and above.
● 50% discount on Supercamps Holiday Clubs for Talbot Heath staff.
● Occupational sick pay scheme.
● Company stakeholder pension scheme.
Talbot Heath School is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK. This evidence most be produced at the interview stage of the process.
Talbot Heath School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and has an Equal Opportunity Policy. The successful applicant will require an Enhanced DBS check.
This position will involve regular contact with children and therefore is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exemptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is an offence to apply for this role if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Talbot Heath is a registered charity (number 283708) existing to provide high quality education for children.
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About Talbot Heath School
Exam results count, but just as important are resilience, self-esteem, character, those life skills that are acquired as a result of a nurturing environment and an holistic approach to education.
It is during their formative years that young people develop the attitudes and values that they will hold for the rest of their lives. It is essential that they feel supported and nurtured in their learning environment.
At Talbot Heath the pupils flourish, not only academically but in every area, be it music, sport or the performing arts. Small classes, individual attention and the ability to tailor the provision to the needs of each student, ensure that pupils achieve their very best.
As the only Independent Girls’ School within the Bournemouth and wider Dorset area, Talbot Heath is unique. We are proud of our distinctive character and believe that we have stayed true to Mary Broad’s vision of first class education for girls with a modern twist.
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