Teaching Assistant - Early Years
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Position Overview & Specifications
RGS Prep is looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant to join the School in September 2023. This is a full time, permanent position working 8am to 4pm.
Your role will be to help create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment so that pupils feel cared for and achieve their true potential.
Supporting the Class Teacher, your duties will include:
- following the plan written by the Class Teacher;
- keeping appropriate and efficient records;
- supporting initiatives decided by the Head, Heads of Department and staff;
- being aware of the needs of all pupils in the class;
- attending regular training in order to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current support.
In return, you will receive:
- Circa £20,000 per annum;
- Private medical cover;
- Complimentary lunch during term time;
- Company pension scheme with an individual contribution of 5% and a School contribution of 10%.
RGS Prep has a responsibility for and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The person appointed to this post will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the DBS.
Please note: applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to close applications early.
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: From £20,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 04/09/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Teaching Assistant - Early Years roles across RGS Prep's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,000 - £20,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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