Prep School Teaching Assistant

St Joseph’s College is an independent school with Christian values that gives everyone the space to thrive and has a community of people with all faiths and none. Being part of the St Joseph’s community is a once in-a-lifetime experience. We provide a stable foundation for the children and students and we take happiness very seriously, in every part of our community.

At St Jo’s we support the intellectual, spiritual, physical and emotional growth of every pupil. We firmly believe that children who thrive are the happiest of all and this creates an environment that is inspirational for staff as well as students.

An energetic and forward-thinking College, St Jo’s is a day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2-19 years. The Prep School is almost entirely of day pupils and there are only the occasional activities for the children  do not have lessons on Saturdays.

The Prep School shares the leafy, 60 acre campus with the Senior School and there is an outstanding sense of belonging to the whole community, with some shared events, such as a Whole College assembly once a week.

We are seeking an inspirational and impactful Teaching Assistant to provide a 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special educational needs, including those with EHCPs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an excellent track record and experience of working with children from 4-11 years of age. Strong organisation skills, effective communication, emotional intelligence, a positive outlook and a proactive and creative approach to problem solving is critical.

This is a one-year fixed-term, part time, term-time-only role (Monday to Friday)

4pm on Monday 7 September 2026.

The College reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the process.

St Joseph’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please be advised that applications cannot be accepted unless they are on the College’s Application Form. References will be taken up and will be carefully checked.

DBS charge payable by applicant.