ABOUT THE WORTHGATE SCHOOL
The Worthgate School offers an outstanding international pre-university educational experience to students aged 13+ from all over the world. Students study for GCSEs, A levels and University Foundation Programmes, and preparing for admission to universities across the country and elsewhere. We pride ourselves on our approach to teaching and learning, with small class sizes and an informal atmosphere ensuring that students are treated as individuals and build great relationships with staff.
JOB OVERVIEW
Join our dynamic team at The Worthgate School and help shape unforgettable student experiences beyond the classroom. As a Student Experience Trips, Activities and Sport Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering an exciting programme of trips, sport and activities that inspire confidence, resilience and global curiosity in our international students. This is a hands-on, student-facing role where no two days are the same; whether you’re leading engaging activities, supporting sports sessions, preparing for adventurous trips, or helping bring the Duke of Edinburgh programme to life. You’ll also be part of our vibrant boarding community, building meaningful relationships and supporting students’ wellbeing and development. If you’re energetic, organised and passionate about making a difference, this is a unique opportunity to combine adventure, teamwork and student support in a truly rewarding environment, helping young people thrive both socially and personally every day.
We are seeking to appoint two assistants, each working 18.75 hours per week. You will be required to work 2 x weekday shifts and 1 x weekend shift. Shift times vary from 14:45 - 19:45 and 16:00 - 21:00 during weekdays and 10:00 - 19:45 during weekends. However, due to the nature of the role flexibility is required. This role is contracted to 45 weeks per year with a 5-week break over summer, and a 2-week break over Christmas.
Please refer to the full job description for an in-depth outline of the specific responsibilities and expectations of the role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Proactive - able to think on your feet
Is energetic and enthusiastic.
Excellent communicator
A desire to work with young people and make a difference in their lives
Committed to providing a first-class boarding service to our students.
Demonstrates good critical thinking skills
Has confidence and respect of peers and superiors.
Creates an open and supportive team climate
BENEFITS
Cycle to work Scheme
Tech Scheme
Car Scheme
Free flu vaccine through Healthshield
Free eye tests
Financial wellbeing support via WageStream
Employee Assistance Programme
Group income protection
GP24: GP Access for all
Health Cash Plan
Death in Service
Long service awards
Employee referral scheme
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
ABOUT CATS GLOBAL SCHOOLS (CGS)
CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers. With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China.
Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.
We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values Pioneering, Persevering, People We pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools and employer of choice for all.
SAFEGUARDING
CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.
