St Paul's Cathedral School
England
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
04 January 2026
Apply by:
14 October 2025
Job overview
Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant (EYFS) January 2026
St Paul's Cathedral School is pleased to announce an opportunity for a Teaching Assistant in our dynamic and nurturing Pre-Prep department. This role will be on a permanent basis. Working hours will be 8am to 4pm, on Mondays and Fridays, term time only, supporting with a one hour after-school activity on one day.
Role Purpose
To support the class teacher by carrying out tasks to enable the safe and effective operation of the class. To promote and support the wellbeing, academic and social progress of the pupils.
Structure
The Teaching Assistant is line managed by the Head of Pre-Prep.
General Duties
* To work under the direction of the class teachers or subject teachers, supporting the care and education of pupils and the smooth running of the classroom
* To implement the measures and interventions put in place by the learning support department and the Deputy Head Academic for specific pupils or groups.
* To follow the Staff Code of Conduct and to uphold the school aims and principles.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the teacher:
* To assist with supervision of and maintaining the safety and wellbeing of pupils.
* To enable pupils to access the curriculum and participate in activities.
* To encourage social skills and academic independence in pupils.
* To offer care and attention to children when they are unwell or requiring basic first aid, under the supervision of the school nurse. To offer comfort and support as required.
* To provide clerical/administrative support to the teacher as required, including preparing classrooms for lessons, creating displays of pupils' work, maintaining classroom equipment and helping to plan activities, to assess work and record progress.
* To attend assemblies and Cathedral services with the pupils.
* To accompany pupils to specialist lessons (e.g. in drama, music), assisting as required.
* To undertake break and lunch duties as required throughout the school day.
* To liaise with the learning support department to provide support to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
* To accompany groups on out-of-school visits, e.g. trips and swimming lessons.
* To participate in team meetings and attend INSET training as required.
* To understand and adhere to school policies.
* To liaise with parents supporting home-school partnership as required.
* Any other duties reasonably requested by the Head.
Please see job description document for the full person specification for this post. Please note that we would expect full pediatric first aid training to be undertaken if not already qualified.
Terms and Conditions
Working Hours: Mondays to Fridays, term time only, from pm, plus 1 x one hour after school.
Attendance at termly INSET is also required, on a pro rata basis.
A competitive salary is offered, commensurate with qualification and experience.
The school has adopted many of the Cathedral HR policies, including a generous employer Defined Contribution pension scheme. Employees may also be entitled to discounted school fees on a pro rata basis. Lunch is provided.
We are committed to supporting the professional development of all our team members; all staff may apply to the Deputy Head for support with relevant training courses.
Application
All applications must be made via our school application form on the TES or the St Paul's Cathedral School website, accompanied by a letter addressed to the Head, Mrs Judith Fremont-Barnes.
A completed St Paul's Cathedral School Application form is required for all (not TES applications).
Please note that CVs are not accepted.
Deadline for application: Tuesday 14th October
Please note that suitability for the post will be assessed through production of the applicant's qualifications, the interview and application letter. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online checks are conducted as part of our application process for all new employees and all appointments are made subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate.
Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding is the responsibility of all staff at St Paul's Cathedral School and all staff are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care.
Staff must be aware of the procedures within the school which support safeguarding and must act in accordance with the school's Safeguarding Policy and Staff Code of Conduct
About St Paul's Cathedral School
St Paul's Cathedral School
2 New Change, London
EC4M 9AD
United Kingdom
St Paul's Cathedral School is a co-educational, Church of England, independent preparatory day school for around 250 children aged 4-13, located in the City of London. It has boarding provision for St Paul's Cathedral boy choristers, who sing daily at the cathedral, from the age of seven. From September 2023, girl choristers have begun to sing in the cathedral.
The school is owned by the Dean and Chapter of St Paul's Cathedral; its governing body is made up of five Canons and seven lay members, who are chaired by the Dean. St Paul's can trace its origins back to the 12th century and it existed for several centuries solely to educate the cathedral choristers. It has been co-educational since 2002.
Headteacher
Judith Fremont-Barnes
Values and vision
St Paul's Cathedral School aims to instil a love of learning through a broad curriculum, set within a Christian community. It seeks to give each child the chance to develop intellectually, personally, socially, physically, culturally and spiritually.
The preparatory school encourages close partnerships with parents and aims to foster positive relationships, promoting the values of justice, tolerance, love, honesty, respect, service and trust.
ISI report
"Pupils' achievements are good overall and fulfil the school's aim of enabling children to reach their potential. They articulate their ideas confidently and coherently, demonstrate excellent reading skills, listen attentively and ask perceptive questions."
"Their performance in numeracy is strong and they develop a good level of competence in information and communication technology (ICT). Their physical skills develop strongly through a well-balanced physical activities programme."
View St Paul's Cathedral School's latest ISI report
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