Always looking for great Class Assistants
What is our Class Assistants' main Role?
Our class assistants assist and actively collaborate in a positive partnership with teaching staff of the Pre-prep/Prep School, providing valuable support for teaching and learning by establishing a safe and stimulating environment that promotes pupil development academically, socially and personally.
About us:
St. Paul’s was founded in 1926 and was the first school in South America to receive accreditation from the UK government as a British School Oversees. Fully coeducational, with about 1,000 pupils, aged from 3 to 18, it is a school with history and tradition, but which embraces innovation, contemporary values and the latest in digital learning. We are a world-class school, and an international member of HMC and IAPS, and a member of COBIS and the LAHC. We are proud of our local, national and international reputation and we constantly strive to improve the opportunities for our pupils and staff. Our recent BSO inspection judged us as a leading British School overseas, and you can download the report from our website. Our exceptional facilities place teaching and learning at the heart of the school.
Watch a video of the school:
More details about the school can be found at .
Overall Responsibilities
Contribute to pupils’ learning as effectively as possible in both group situations and with individuals, following the direct guidance of the class/specialist teacher in order to maintain the highest expectations of teaching and learning.
Promote positive values, attitudes and good behaviour through following the behaviour policy so that the pupils’ confidence, sense of judgement and independence are developed.
Assist the organisation of the classroom environment and preparation of resources, keeping track of the classroom stationery and resources, to ensure that resources are available to maximise teaching and learning.
Establish a safe and respectful climate through supervising children, interacting, listening and mediating when conflicts take place, in order to ensure that children are safe at all times, both physically and emotionally
Communicate effectively with the class and specialist teachers, through either spoken or written communication, passing on key messages in order for consistency throughout the day.
Aid individual pupils or small groups by providing support when asked to with the aim of enabling them to fully take part in activities
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom by listening, valuing and helping each child to feel successful in their learning.
Adhere to the school’s professional standards; speaking in English at all times, except during Portuguese lessons, and setting a good example in terms of use of uniform, punctuality, attendance and general conduct with all school members.
Take advantage of the professional development offered by St Paul’s, taking part in staff meetings, INSET and training sessions, in order to continuously develop knowledge and skills, improve practice, learn more and are up‑to‑date on all pedagogical aspects.
WORKING HOURS ON CAMPUS: 07h30 to 16h30. Monday to Friday
Our benefits
Health insurance
Dental plan
Pension plan
Onsite lunches
Food card
Transportation tickets
Additional information
Even at times when we may not have an open position, we are always looking forward to connecting with talented and dedicated class assistants who would like to join our team. We will always be considering this talent pool when we open a new position. Please note besides this one, we continuously post specific vacancies here on our website which you are also welcome to apply for. If you feel you have the skills and the cultural fit to work at St Paul’s, we would love to receive your application. In your cover letter, please indicate which area you would be more interested in working in to: EYFS (Age 3-5), Key Stage 1 (Age 5-7) or Key Stage 2 (Age 7-11). Please, ensure that your entire application is in English.
Safeguarding
St Paul’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and voluteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the job, including checks with past employers and other checks to ascertain their suitability to work with children.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
St Paul’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We recognise the value of diverse environments and strive to promote a culture in which all pupils, staff and members of the school community are welcomed and supported to fulfil their potential, regardless of their background or personal characteristics. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair treatment, embarrassment, discrimination, bullying and harassment.
High school Diploma
Fluent English
Pedagogia Diploma or Pedagogia in course is desirable
Office 365
Previous experience or desire to develop a career in Education
Strong communication skills
Ability to establish positive professional relationships (with staff and pupils)
To be collaborative and a team worker
Lifelong learning attitude
As published by recruitee · 51 questions · 3 written answers
Basics
Full name, Email, CV, Phone, Photo
Short answers (32)
- Full Name (as it appears on your passport) and title
- Former names (if applicable) optional
- Date of Birth
- Nationality
- What is your CPF (Brazilian Tax Payer Number - if applicable)?
- What is your RG or RNM (Brazilian ID Card) - if applicable)?
- Current Full Address (including Zip Code)
- If you answered "other", please specify: optional
- If so, how many and how old are they?
- 1) Qualification / Degree:
- Awarding Institution / Body:
- Date of Award:
- 2) Qualification / Degree:
- Awarding Institution / Body:
- Date of Award:
- How much notice do you require to give your current employer?
- What are your current salary (or last salary) and benefits?
- 1) Employer name and location:
- Employment dates (From/To):
- Reason for leaving:
- 2) Employer name and location:
- Employment dates (From/To):
- Reason for leaving:
- 3) Employer name and location:
- Employment dates (From/To):
- Reason for leaving:
- Please explain any gaps in your employment history:
- First referee: Current Head/Principal or most recent employer (include: title, name, job title, school name, professional e-mail address)
- Second referee: Head / Principal of your previous School / Employer (include: title, name, job title, school name, professional e-mail address)
- Third referee: current or previous Head of Department / Member of the Leadership Team / Line Manager (include: title, name, job title, school name, professional e-mail address)
- Why would you like to join St. Paul's School as a class assistant? (Duration: From 1 to 2 minutes)
- If yes, please explain:
Pick from a list (14)
- Marital status
- Title / Preferred honorific
- Do you have children?
- Are you connected in anyway to St. Paul's School?
- Have you previously applied for a post at St. Paul's School?
- Which year group would you feel most comfortable working with?
- Teaching qualification
- Level of English
- How did you find about our job opening? optional
- SAFEGUARDING QUESTIONS: Are you or have you ever been under criminal investigation? Have you ever been convicted of a crime? Are you or have you ever been under investigation for misconduct in your previous employments? If YES, please, then you may be asked to provide this information more details to the Head of HR department. This information will be taken into account if it is considered to be risk to work with children. If you wish to contact the Head of HR then please email [email protected].
- Do you have any legal restrictions that would prevent you from working with children?
- Do you agree to St. Paul’s School conducting background checks and contacting your professional referees as part of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable data protection legislation?
- REFERENCES: One referee must be your current head/principal. For subject teachers the second one would normally be your most recent head of department. References will not be accepted from relatives or from people writing solely in the capacity of friends. Personal email addresses will not be accepted (e.g. Hotmail, Gmail, etc). Can your referees be contacted at any time during the recruitment process?
- VOLUNTARY DISCLOSURE FOR ACCOMODATION OR WORKPLACE ADAPTATIONS: We are committed to supporting all applicants. Do you wish to disclose any disability or special need for which you (or any member of your direct family) may required reasonable adjustments during the interview or employment process?
Written answers (3)
- Position held, responsibilities and key achievements:
- Position held, responsibilities and key achievements:
- Position held, responsibilities and key achievements:
Attachments (2)
- Should you need more space for past employment history, please attach your completed file here. optional
- PERSONAL STATEMENT: Using the job and person specification, please use this section to explain how you meet the requirements of the job. You may draw on skills, knowledge, experience gained from paid/unpaid work, domestic responsibilities, education, relevant training courses, leisure interests, and voluntary activities.