Assistant Houseparent

An exciting opportunity has become available at Taunton School International Middle school situated in the charming village of Kingston St Mary, just 2 miles from Taunton School.

This role would suit anyone with a passion for the pastoral care of young people and who thrive on working in a busy, close-knit community of supportive colleagues. It would provide a fantastic starting point for someone wanting to pursue a career in House parenting, but this is not a requirement and applicants with any experience of working with young people in a relevant capacity (for example as a youth worker, counsellor or sports coach) would be considered. The accommodation is a ground floor flat situated on site suitable for a couple.

The ability to coach at least one of our major sports (rugby, hockey, netball, cricket or football) is desirable.

We aspire to deliver exceptional every day, whilst creating a welcoming and supportive environment where individuals can thrive and be celebrated. Our 3 cornerstone values are Humility, Engagement and Kindness. If this sounds like a cultural fit for you, and you meet the job requirements, we would love to hear from you.

**More Information & How to Apply**
The post is permanent, full time and term time.

Please address cover letters to Mr James Duncan - Head of International Middle School

**Equal Opportunities**

**Safeguarding**
Taunton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If you are shortlisted for interview the HR team may carry out an online search via Google to check presence and activity, as part of the School’s due diligence.

Taunton School is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subsequent amendments. You are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which would otherwise be considered as ‘spent’. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those that would normally be considered "spent", except those that are classed as protected offences.

It is a condition of employment that the employee should not have been convicted of a criminal offence against children, nor have been dismissed from or resigned from a previous employer for misconduct of a similar nature.

Please visit this link to our Recruitment Policies, for more information: Taunton School Policies & Inspection Reports

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