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Contract: Fixed Term – August 2022 to July 2023
This position offers an exciting opportunity for a Spanish speaking graduate to gain experience supporting the teaching of Spanish at St. Edward’s.
The position will begin at the end of August 2022 and will end on 2nd July 2023.
Language Assistants play a full part in the boarding and co-curricular life of St. Edward’s. Their work is varied, and that variety is, to some extent, determined by the personality, enthusiasm and skills of the individual.
The post has become a successful springboard for those considering teaching as a career. Previous Language Assistants at St. Edward’s have gone on to promising careers in major schools round the country.
The school encourages its Language Assistants to extend their experience by attending relevant training courses at the school’s expense. Successful candidates will also be full members of the school’s common room.
There may also be the opportunity for one or more of the successful candidates to live in a boarding house as a Resident Tutor. This will be discussed with candidates at interview.
To be considered for this position, ideal candidates will need an honours degree in Spanish, the ability to speak Spanish fluently, and knowledge of Spain in order to bring cultural familiarity and awareness to the role and to share this with pupils.
In return, St. Edward’s can offer a variety of benefits including:
- Free meals
- Free Nuffield Health Gym membership
- Free car parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee assistance programme
For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 19th April 2022
St Edward’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure.
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