Help young learners build the confidence to thrive.
Godstowe Preparatory School is seeking an enthusiastic, caring and proactive Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to make a genuine difference to their learning, confidence and development.
About Godstowe School
Godstowe School is one of the UK's leading independent preparatory schools for girls aged 3 to 13, with boys welcomed into the Nursery and Pre-Prep. Set within 12 acres of beautiful grounds in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, Godstowe has been inspiring children since 1900 through an outstanding education that nurtures confidence, curiosity and a genuine love of learning.
Our Nursery provides exceptional care and education for children from 9 months to 4 years, offering a warm, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to flourish. With outstanding indoor and outdoor learning environments, small group experiences and a child-centred approach, we are proud to provide the very best start to every child's educational journey.
At Godstowe, we believe our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a supportive, collaborative and rewarding working environment where colleagues are encouraged to develop professionally and thrive in their careers.
About the Role and You
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent, term time
Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience
Start Date: Immediate start available
Working closely with class teachers, you will provide high-quality academic and pastoral support to pupils within Key Stage 1, both in the classroom and through targeted individual and small-group interventions.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Supporting pupils during lessons and helping them make good progress.
- Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
- Supporting interventions in phonics, reading, writing and mathematics.
- Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and resilience.
- Supporting children with additional learning needs where required.
- Assisting with classroom resources, displays and learning activities.
- Promoting positive behaviour and excellent relationships between pupils.
- Supporting children's emotional wellbeing and pastoral care.
- Supervising pupils during breaktimes, lunchtimes, trips and other activities as required.
- Contributing positively to the wider life of the School.
- Maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding and child welfare.
About You: We are looking for someone who has:
- Warm, caring, patient and enthusiastic about working with children aged 5–7.
- Confident supporting individual pupils, small groups and classroom learning.
- A strong communicator who can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
- Positive, organised, reliable and able to use initiative.
- Committed to helping every child achieve their potential.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
Previous experience in a primary or preparatory school and a Teaching Assistant or relevant childcare qualification would be advantageous. Experience supporting phonics, early reading, mathematics or children with additional learning needs would also be desirable.
Why Join Godstowe School?
Joining Godstowe means becoming part of a welcoming and ambitious school community that values its people as much as its pupils. We offer:
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Company pension scheme.
- Company sick pay.
- Life Assurance (3x annual salary).
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression.
- Complimentary lunches during the working day.
- Free on-site parking.
If you are passionate about supporting young children and would like to join a welcoming and ambitious School community, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Godstowe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the candidates. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
