PRE-SCHOOL TEACHING ASSISTANT

There is currently one Pre-School class therefore the successful candidate will work very closely with the

Head of Pre-School to provide a caring and welcoming introduction to the School.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and experienced Pre-School Teaching Assistant. The successful

candidate must be qualified to Level 5 or 6 and will provide invaluable support to the EYFS teachers.

The Pre-School follows the EYFS curriculum. The aim of the role is to assist in developing the children's

personal and social skills, ensuring that they are ready for Reception at the end of the year, and

embedding Moulsford's values of courage, kindness and curiosity.

We are also seeking to launch a holiday provision outside of our term time for up to five weeks to

provide additional support to parents during state school term time. The successful candidate would

have the opportunity to run this provision with the assistance of another teaching assistant should this be, TEACHING: PASTORAL DUTIES OTHER:

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the Promote the general progress and well-being of individual pupils


• Have a commitment to the importance of promoting and safeguarding pupils'


direction and guidance of the class teachers
welfare

• Liaise with appropriate staff to ensure the correct implementation of the



• Assist the teaching team in implementing individualised, developmentally


school's pastoral systems

• Operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school


appropriate activities

• Alert appropriate staff to problems experienced by pupils and make



• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to Contribute to the promotion of positive relationships and a positive ethos within


recommendations as to how these may be resolved

enable them to fully participate in activities the classroom

• Provide a safe, caring and supportive environment within the classroom



• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help Take part in marketing and liaison activities such as Open Days


develop their social skills

• Provide cover work in the event of staff absence


• Help children develop curiosity and knowledge through experimentation


and play

• Supervise children during breaks



• Look for opportunities during interactions to extend learning and act on STAFF DEVELOPMENT


them


• Observe the children at work, log outcomes of observations and work Attend staff meetings NB The successful candidate should be flexible in their approach to duties. The


with small groups supervising practical activities above is not an exhaustive list and you may be required to undertake other

• Participate in the School's Continual Professional Development arrangements duties as required by your Line Manager or the Head. The job description may


• Build and maintain relationships with parents


including INSET training be amended to meet the needs of the School, in consultation with the post

holder.

• Ensure the health and safety of children and staff is maintained during all


activities, both inside and outside the setting

• Assist in ensuring that children are ready for Reception


ADMINISTRATION:

• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records



• Prepare and present displays of children's work



• Assist the teaching team in preparing materials and arranging the physical


environment according to principles of child development and the

individual strengths, interests and educational goals of each child

• Support class teachers in photocopying and other tasks in order to


support teaching

• Undertake other duties from time to time as the class teacher requires
  
  Previous experience of supporting a Pre-School classroom


EXPERIENCE &
• Previous experience of working with young children Application & Interview

KNOWLEDGE
• An understanding of and empathy with the independent school sector, together with a


• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum


commitment to the School community and its purpose and future prosperity.

• ICT skills, although training will be given


SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Excellent communication and listening skills Application & Interview


• Keen sense of humour


• Good organisational skills



• The ability to inspire and enthuse young children by using resources imaginatively



• Energy, resourcefulness, responsibility, patience and a caring nature



• An understanding of the needs and feelings of children



• Ability to work independently with children, as well as being able to work in the wider school


team

• Ability to connect with parents


EDUCATION &
• Level 5 or 6 qualification in Early Years Application

QUALIFICATIONS

OTHER
• A professional, flexible and proactive attitude Interview


• Supportive of Moulsford's values of Kindness, Courage and Curiosity and the School's strategic


objectives

• Flexibility to work calmly and reliably in a busy School, both in a team and independently, with


energy, initiative and cheerful enthusiasm

• Ability and willingness to go beyond own responsibilities to help others at busy times and to


work outside normal hours as required, e.g Open Events etc

• As with all staff, responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of any children and


young persons with whom they come into contact in accordance with School policies

Moulsford is a thriving independent day & boarding school of 370 pupils aged 3 to

13 years, set in tranquil and picturesque grounds on the banks of the River Thames

in South Oxfordshire.

At Moulsford, the message is straightforward. We want our pupils to receive the

broadest possible education, while remembering that they will learn best when

happy and settled.

Founded in 1961, this is a particularly exciting period in Moulsford's

development, with a new state-of-the-art Pre-Prep building, which opened in

September 2022 and became co-educational from September 2023 from Pre-

School to Year 2.

Moulsford offers a fantastic working environment, placing great emphasis on staff

wellbeing and morale, as well as having a culture of career development.

I look forward to welcoming you to Moulsford soon.

Ben Beardmore-Gray

Headmaster

THE SCHOOL
There are currently 370 pupils at the School from Pre-School to

Moulsford Prep School is situated on an idyllic

Year 8. Moulsford is predominantly a day school, but has a

30-acre site on the banks of the River Thames.
boarding house for up to 35 boys; mainly in Years 6, 7 and 8. The

School week runs from Monday to Friday, and there are also a

Our Prep School (age 7 - 13) delivers an outstanding all-boys
number of sports fixtures which take place on Saturdays. There is

education. In September 2023, our Pre-Prep (age 3 - 7) became
neither Saturday School nor boarding on Friday night or at the

co-educational, giving girls of pre-prep age the opportunity to
weekend.

benefit from a Moulsford experience.

From Moulsford, the boys go on to a wide variety of senior schools

Moulsford aims to nurture the whole child, providing opportunities
via Common Entrance or Scholarship at 13+. These include:

for each individual to develop their talents and abilities. The culture
Abingdon, Radley, Marlborough, Wellington, Magdalen College

is one of achievement within a vibrant learning environment,
School (Oxford), Eton, St Edward's (Oxford), Pangbourne, Harrow,

ensuring positive reinforcement at all levels of ability. The School
Shiplake, and The Oratory.

has high academic expectations of the pupils and excellent teaching

ensures that they move to their Senior Schools extremely well

The Headmaster is Ben Beardmore-Gray who took up post in

prepared.

September 2014. Ben was previously Headmaster of Mowden Hall

(Northumberland), Deputy Head of Farleigh (Hampshire), and

Great emphasis is also placed on the extra-curricular side of School
started his teaching career at Ludgrove (Berkshire). He is also on

life. Forest School, Sport, Music, Art, Drama and river-based
the Council of Cheltenham College, Chair of District 10 of the

activities play a prominent role in the pupils' timetable. Sport at
Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS), a Director of the

Moulsford is particularly strong with the major sports being rugby,
Independent Schools Examination Board (ISEB) and a mentor and

football, hockey and cricket.
coach to other Heads., HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm for 35 weeks of term time

SALARY: Dependent on experience & qualifications, commensurate with industry standards

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving Prep School as our Pre-School Teaching Assistant.

Our Pre-School opened in September 2022 to both girls and boys from aged 3 and is housed in our, Moulsford is situated on the banks of the Thames between The School offers complimentary full gym membership for

the market towns of Wallingford and Pangbourne, in a all employees at The Barn Fitness Club in Cholsey.

designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Oxford,

Reading and Henley are located 18, 16 and 15 miles away WELLBEING
respectively. There are direct trains to London Paddington

Great emphasis is placed on staff wellbeing and morale and

from Didcot (8 miles), and a 'stopping' service from Cholsey
we firmly believe in creating the right work/life balance for

(1 mile). The School has roughly 100m of river frontage
all at Moulsford. Many staff are trained in Mental Health

and staff are able to use the watersports facilities outside of
First Aid and a culture of mutual support for colleagues is

school hours.
encouraged and fostered. Social events for staff take place

throughout the year.

PENSION

All employees are eligible to join a staff pension scheme. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT

IN-HOUSE CATERING All employees are encouraged and supported with access

Making sure our students and staff are well fuelled for a busy to regular Continuing Professional Development.

day at school is key and food is very important at

Moulsford. Our in-house catering team ensures that staff

enjoy complimentary good quality, healthy and balanced

meals every day. They also cater for all types of diets and

allergens.