Resident Graduate Assistant

Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a new graduate from September 2026. We are looking for candidates with a range of interests and specialisms to work within our busy Prep school for the next academic year.

Detail

Our one-year residential post provides valuable support to our teachers, classroom learning and the school’s boarding experience, as well as an exciting and ideal opportunity for graduates who are considering a career in education to experience a year in the life of our vibrant and successful school.

We aim to offer our Resident Graduate Assistant a memorable year working with energetic and inspiring pupils within a co-educational environment. The school will provide accommodation throughout the year and free meals courtesy of our onsite dining room during term time. In this paid role you will also have opportunities for continuing your professional development and training. If you have a particular talent or specialism (such as Art, DT, Languages, Music, Science, Maths, Drama) that you would like to tell us about and explore during your residency, we would love to hear all about it!

This experience provides a platform for various career progression paths. At the end of your residency, you will have achieved positive results both personally and professionally and you will have developed skills and experience of considerable value – particularly if you decide to continue your career in teaching.

Set in 150 acres of stunning parkland in rural West Berkshire, Elstree welcomes boys and girls aged 2-13 years. Originally founded in 1848, it moved to its current location in 1939 and opened its Pre-Prep school in 1993. It offers boarding, both flexi and weekly, from Year 4 onwards.

Elstree is a close community, and we pride ourselves on the very special, warm environment that has evolved since our inception, influenced largely by the family principles of Elstree School. We understand each parent’s desire for their child to feel happy and secure and consider our role in the children’s development and happiness to be a very privileged one. Our committed, energetic and enthusiastic staff look forward to working in partnership with parents throughout their child’s time at Elstree. All children are valued as individuals and are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the full.

At Elstree, we are constantly striving to offer the best experience to our pupils and staff. We offer a supportive and professional workplace with excellent terms, conditions and benefits. We seek to inspire each pupil to fulfil their academic and personal potential and to be reflective and purposeful. We aim to appoint candidates who will contribute and thrive in our vibrant community.

To find out more about Elstree and to apply, please download an application pack or visit our website and email your application to apply@elstreeschool.org.uk. If you require further information, please call Rachel Pither Head of HR on 0118 971 3302.

You are encouraged to apply at your earliest convenience as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but all applications are to be received by Midday, 30th January. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Documents

• Resident Graduate Assistant Candidate Brief Dec 2025 PDF Document
• Application Form DOCX Document