Teaching Assistant

TEACHING ASSISTANT 

Start Date: Required to start as soon as possible 

Hours of Work: Full time, Term Time Only  

Salary: £26,028.41 (pro rata) 

Location: Sunninghill, near Ascot, Berkshire 

Set in beautiful woodlands in the village of Sunninghill, near Ascot, The Marist School is a leading independent Catholic day school for girls aged 2 to 18. The Marist employs over 130 members of staff and we are proud to be a diverse community that fosters a family spirit across the school.   

This is an exciting opportunity to join The Marist Prep School as a Teaching Assistant, where you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students. You'll be part of a dynamic and supportive team, working closely with experienced teachers to create a stimulating and nurturing learning environment. 

Our new Teaching Assistant should embody qualities that foster a positive and effective learning environment. They should be patient and compassionate, with a genuine passion for working with children as well as being organised and detail-oriented, capable of managing classroom materials and administrative tasks efficiently. 

Additional benefits include on-site parking, free lunches, fitness facilities and fee remission.  

Prospective candidates are invited to contact William May, Head Prep for an informal conversation about the role: wmay@themarist.com   

Application information is available from the school website: https://www.themarist.com/our-school/career-opportunities/ or contact us directly at The Marist School, Kings Road, Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7PS, Tel: 01344 624291. 

Completed application forms should be submitted by 9am on Monday 21st April 2025. 

Applications for this role will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and The Marist School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Early application is therefore strongly advised. 

The Marist School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All posts at The Marist are subject to satisfactory statutory employment checks and referencing.