To start September 2025
Exeter Cathedral School is seeking to appoint term-time Teaching Assistants to work with children across the school.
Ideally, you will have a Level Three Teaching Assistant qualification. And previous experience of working with children in nursery or pre prep schools.
You will need to:
1. Provide a sensitive and nurturing approach to children’s needs.
2. Be able to build positive relationships with children, staff and parents.
3. Have excellent English and Maths skills.
4. Be willing to work as part of a team and have a good sense of humour.
5. Be able to use your own initiative when required.
6. Have experience in a similar role in a school.
7. Have prior knowledge and experience of working with children with special educational needs.
Exeter Cathedral School is an independent day and boarding Prep School for girls and boys aged 3–13 based in the centre of Exeter (nestled safely in the lee of the Cathedral). Founded in the 13th century as a choir school, Exeter Cathedral School now educates approximately 170 pupils. Exeter Cathedral School is a member of IAPS (Independent Association of Preparatory Schools), and the CSA (Choir Schools’ Association).
Exeter Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Full details can be obtained directly from the School website, or via Miss Mathilde Foin,. Please send applications – a completed ECS teaching application form with an accompanying letter – to Miss Mathilde Foin:. Early applications are encouraged; the School reserves the right to interview and appoint at any time.