Rushmere Assistant, KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL

Guardian Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a sixth form leaver or graduate in the junior school from September 2025 to July 2026.

The Rushmere assistant reports principally to the Head of Rushmere and Professional Tutor (Induction). They are expected to take a full and active role in the curricular and co-curricular activities of the school, which may involve some weekend commitments.

Main duties will include:

• Providing teaching support for Rushmere teachers and pupils
• Providing 1:1 help with reading, spellings and maths for Rushmere pupils
• Providing a safe environment for those pupils requiring a sensory break
• Supporting Transition technology lessons
• Providing cover in lessons when staff are absent
• Completing administrative tasks
• Carrying out playground supervision duties at various points during the day
• Providing after-school supervision
• Managing the “Narnia” system for distinction (House point) prizes
• Acting as a role model for Junior School pupils
• Attending and assisting in the administration of one-day educational visits
• Accompanying First form pupils on a two-night residential trip

Person Specification:

• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Enthusiasm and proactivity are key attributes

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

• This is a fixed term position for the 2025/2026 academic year
• Hourly rate: £13.85
• Hours during term-time are flexible and as required, but you are not generally required to work the majority of the school holidays
• Attendance is occasionally required on Saturdays (for Open Mornings, entrance examination days, sports’ fixtures etc.) and some evenings

To apply for this role, please register your details online via our website (under useful information / career opportunities). Once you have registered your details with us, you can apply for vacancies by logging into the candidate area using your email address and chosen password. You will be asked to fill an online application form, upload a CV and provide a cover letter.

Closing date: Monday 21st April 2025 at 9am.

Interviews: to be confirmed.

Early applications are encouraged; interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process.