Teaching Assistant

We require a self-motivated and organised member of staff to join St Joseph’s College as Teaching Assistant for an immediate start. The post holder will have previous experience of working with children aged 3-5 years and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will need to work collaboratively in a close-knit team and be enthusiastic about pupil progress in education.

The hours are work are either 8am-4pm or 10am-6pm and this will be discussed at interview.

This is an exciting time to become part of our dynamic team. Situated in the heart of Reading, St Joseph’s College is the leading independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 in Berkshire.

For us, success is about more than just exam results or awards. We celebrate each pupil as an individual, and aspire for them to leave St Joseph’s as mature and confident citizens, ready to tackle life head on with energy and vigour.  You will be fully supportive of the College Catholic tradition and expected to contribute to the full life of the School.

For further details about the school, please visit our website http://www.sjcr.org.uk or contact the HR Coordinator.

Applicants for this post need to complete the application form and return it together with a covering letter to recruitment@sjcr.org.uk or alternatively sent by post to Mrs Guest, HR Coordinator, St Joseph’s College, Upper Redlands Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5JT. Electronic application is encouraged and preferred.

Closing date:           9am, 29 November 2024
Interviews:              Will take place after the closing date

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.