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Brighton College Prep School is seeking Post-Graduate Assistant Teachers of Physical Education and Games to start in August 2024. This is a fixed-term post of one year, with the possibility of extension for the right candidate.
Main purpose of the role
We are looking for graduates who are passionate about sport, have a love of learning and who wish to share that passion with enthusiastic and energetic young people. We are looking for graduates with excellent administrative skills, patience and flexibility who are also willing to undertake essential routine administrative tasks across the whole department.
The posts would best suit those considering a teaching or coaching career, although no teaching experience or qualification is required.
General duties and responsibilities
- Teaching P.E. to pupils in Reception to Year 8.
- Assisting with the teaching of swimming to pupils in Years 1-6.
- Coaching teams and games sessions from Years 3-8 as appropriate in netball, hockey, tennis, athletics, football, rugby and cricket (including some weekend fixtures).
- Officiating as appropriate in netball, hockey, tennis, athletics, football, rugby and cricket.
- Team teaching and assisting experienced subject teachers in classroom situations.
- Running or assisting with extra-curricular activities as required.
- Assisting with weekly departmental administration (experience in using SOCS desirable).
- Assisting with the organisation of swimming galas, sports days and tournaments.
- Undertaking school duties.
- Being a full member of the teaching staff.
Safeguarding responsibilities
- This role will involve daily contact with pupils, and you will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
- All staff and volunteers have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.
About you
Brighton College is an exciting place to work, and it is our staff who make our community such a vibrant and stimulating environment.
The academic success of our school is due to excellent, innovative and well-planned teaching. Above all, therefore, we are looking for individuals who foster a passion for learning and who demonstrate an ability and genuine desire to develop pupils to their fullest potential.
All teachers joining the school have a proven track record of outstanding teaching in previous roles. Several members of our teaching staff have worked in a variety of settings and have experience teaching in different age phases. We view this diversity as a strength.
More importantly, in the application process, we will look for candidates who demonstrate the ability to thrive within an environment that staff describe as both invigorating and refreshing. The ability to inspire children, and the willingness to support the ambition, values and breadth of school life, will be of central importance. Successful candidates will be self-reliant, resilient and adaptable.
Beyond this, candidates should have a strong academic record. They must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in children and teaching. We will look for evidence of the capacity to contribute to the broader life of the school and for evidence of passion and enthusiasm for teaching children.
