Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant

St Catherine’s Prep School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and nurturing Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated EYFS team from September 2026.This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young children at the very start of their learning journey.Working closely with Form Teachers, the EYFS team and the Deputy Head, Pre‑Prep, you will help create a warm, engaging and supportive environment where every child feels valued and confident.The Successful Candidate Will:Hold a Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years or Childcare (essential).Have experience working with Early Years and/or Key Stage 1 pupils.Be positive, flexible and enjoy working as part of a close‑knit team.Bring energy, kindness and patience to their work.Communicate effectively with children, colleagues and parents.Have good ICT skills (desirable).Key Responsibilities Include:Supporting teaching and learning in the classroom.Encouraging independence while meeting individual needs.Supporting play‑based learning and positive behaviour.Preparing and maintaining a safe, tidy and stimulating learning environment.Observing children’s learning and development.Supporting pastoral care and safeguarding, reporting concerns appropriately.Working collaboratively with teaching staff and parents.Teaching Assistants working until 6.00pm will also support EYFS extended day provision, Cat Club (after‑school care), supervise activities and escort pupils to clubs as required.About St Catherine’sSt Catherine’s Prep School educates girls aged 3–11 and is part of a leading girls’ independent school. Staff benefit from excellent facilities and a supportive, collaborative working culture where the needs of the girls are always central.How to ApplyApplications should be submitted by 4pm, Monday 11 May 2026 via: https://www.stcatherines.info/welcome/job-opportunitiesInterviews: Tuesday 19 May and Wednesday 20 May 2026.St Catherine’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS and barred list check. The School is an equal opportunities employer.