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Downsend is an innovative independent school. It is a thriving and vibrant school that provides a refreshingly different education through a broad-based curriculum leading to outstanding academic success.
We look to recruit high calibre staff committed to achieving the highest standards and have the ability to look ahead with enthusiasm and contribute to the future of Downsend. If you are a great practitioner with a level of creativity and innovation to your teaching; would relish contributing to the extra-curricular life of the school; are ambitious and are happy to challenge and be challenged in a positive way for better outcomes, we want to hear from you.
Our current school vacancies can be found here and we will be adding new roles all the time, so please check back on a regular basis. To apply for a role, please fill out the application form below and email to michaela.abraham@downsend.co.uk
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Holiday Club Assistant - Zero Hours
To cover all or any of our Little Downsend Schools Holiday Clubs in Ashtead, Epsom and Leatherhead (EYFS)
Starting July 2024
We are looking to increase our bank of zero hours both qualified and unqualified Holiday Club assistants to maintain the effective running of the school’s Holiday Clubs. This is a fully flexible role and requires no commitment to particular days – it does require a commitment to our safeguarding and Health and Safety training which is provided through our online portal.
As a zero hours member of staff, you may be asked in advance, or on the morning regarding availability to cover a Holiday Club assistant role. If you are available, great! If not, that is also fine. If you only have particular availability, that is fine – just let us know and we will only contact you for those days.
Closing date: Wednesday 19th June 2024
Early Years Teaching Assistant
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to start in September to work with our team at Little Downsend Ashtead. Working hours will be Monday – Thursday (7.45-6pm) term time in our 2-3 year old classroom. This is a permanent role. Ideally you will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years & Childcare, although we are open to unqualified candidates with relevant experience.
There is also the opportunity to work flexibly during school holidays in our holiday club. Downsend School offers very competitive rates of pay within the sector.
Inspiring Young Minds is our mantra and is central to our school, our aims and ethos. We encourage curiosity and discovery, inspiring our children through creative and interactive teaching so they enjoy learning and, more importantly, remember what they have been taught both in and outside the classroom.
Closing date: Wednesday 12 June 2024
Early Years Teacher (Maternity Cover)
We are looking for a qualified, EYT/EYPS/L6/QTS practitioner to
teach a First Steps (2-3 yr old) class at Little Downsend Leatherhead. Our teacher
will have experience with this age range and understand the
compliance and learning and development needs and requirements
of working with EYFS children.
The Role Profile gives an indication of the tasks and responsibilities
involved in this role but can only give a list of duties and cannot fully
convey how the school works. Therefore, if you would like further
information about the role and responsibilities, please email Lisa
Burns Head of Little Downsend at lisa.burns@doownsend.co.uk
who will be pleased to discuss it further with you.
Closing date: Wednesday 12 June 2024
Facilities Assistant - Part Time
We are looking at creating a new team of Facilities Assistants at Downsend School. The successful candidate will be required to carry out a range of duties in relation to the maintenance and security of the premises and will involve liaising with external hirers.
Working hours can be flexible and agreed at interview. This is an evening and weekend role.
The Role Profile gives an indication of the tasks and responsibilities involved in this role. If you would like further information about the role please email Simon Baker simon.baker@downsend.co.uk who will be pleased to discuss it further with you.
Closing Date: Thursday 27 June 2024