Prep School Learning Support & Administrative Assistant (Part Time, Term Time, 3 days per week)

TES FE News; Epsom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ewell Castle, a thriving independent school, seeks a Learning Support and Administrative Assistant. This role combines vital pupil support with essential organizational tasks, requiring adaptability, calmness under pressure, and a passion for contributing to school life. Ideal candidates will thrive in a nurturing educational environment.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting pupils' learning.
• Able to manage administrative tasks efficiently.
• Excited to engage in school life and community.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils accessing Learning Support.
• Ensure smooth running of administrative tasks.
• Contribute positively to the school community and events.

Skills

Adaptability

Organizational Skills

Calm Under Pressure

Job description

Job Overview

The Prep School Learning Support and Administrative Assistant provides vital support to pupils who access Learning Support, while also ensuring the smooth and efficient running of administrative tasks within the department. This dual role combines pupil-facing responsibilities with essential organisational and clerical duties. The role reports to the Head of Senior School Learning Support.

The ideal candidate will be calm and measured, able to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. They will be passionate about supporting pupils’ learning and equally confident in managing administrative responsibilities and supporting departmental logistics.

In addition, the successful candidate will be excited to take a full and active role in school life, contributing positively to the wider school community.

Ewell Castle is a thriving, independent school located in leafy Ewell Village. The school is co-educational from Nursery to Sixth Form and enjoys small classes, averaging approximately fifteen pupils over the whole School. Ewell Castle has an excellent reputation for its family-friendly ethos, with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing and personalised learning. The School has a vibrant community spirit including regular events for staff, parents and friends of the School. Ewell Castle is a genuine mixed ability school with a focus on achieving each individual child’s potential.

The Senior School Learning Support Assistant provides vital support to pupils who access Learning Support. Senior School Learning Support Assistants report to the Head of Senior School Learning Support and are based in the classroom and Learning Support Hub.

The ideal candidate will be calm and measured, they will be able to work well under pressure and with changing priorities. They will be passionate about supporting pupils’ learning. In addition the successful candidate will be excited to take a full and active role in school life.

Please note that we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.