Graduate / Gap Assistant

ul li br br The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role. br /li li strong Term time only /strong br /li li strong Fixed term contract for one year /strong br /li li strong Required for September 2024. /strong br /li /ul br br p We have an exciting opportunity for talented, flexible and hardworking graduates/gap year students who are looking for paid work experience in a highly successful independent girls’ School. This role would be ideal for anyone considering a career in education and who enjoys the challenge of a wide range of experiences. /p br br p Your role will vary from day to day and could include: providing cover and assisting teachers in the classroom, helping in the School Office, coaching on the sports field, assisting with after School club, helping with bus duties etc. You will be our go to person when help is needed, and in return at the end of your contract you will have gained experience across many areas of the School, forming an excellent addition to your C.V. /p br br p We have a strong community and pride ourselves on being a warm and supportive workplace. Visitors to the school often comment on the positive atmosphere. /p br br p strong Benefits for teaching and support staff include: /strong /p br br ul li br /li li Competitive salaries and excellent pension schemes. br /li li Annual professional review and commitment to CPD for all. br /li li On-site car parking and the possibility of on-site single accommodation. br /li li Free lunch provided in term time, with numerous hot and cold options. br /li li Staffroom with free tea, coffee and fruit. br /li li Use of the fitness suite and swimming pool. br /li li Staff clubs such as yoga, running, football and choir. br /li li Cycle to work scheme. br /li li Access to a counselling service. br /li /ul br br p The school is less than an hour from Central London and has excellent rail links and motorway connections. It is four miles north from High Wycombe, which has a large shopping centre, two multiplex cinemas, a sports centre and several out of town shopping areas. /p br br p An application form can be obtained from the HR Department or downloaded from our website via the 'Apply Now' button below, where you will find further information about this role and the application process. /p br br p Completed application forms and a covering letter should be addressed to the Headmistress and returned to HR via email. You will find the email address on the school website. /p br br p strong Closing date: Monday 3 June 2024. /strong /p br br p strong Interview date: tbc. /strong /p br br p Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Pipers Corner School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. /p br br p Pipers Corner School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. /p br br p Registered Charity No. 310635 /p