Junior School Caregiver

Junior School Caregiver

St Georgeʼs British International School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Caregiver to join our highly motivated and experienced student support team commencing in September 2026 on a full-time basis (37.5 hours). The successful candidate will be based at our La Storta Junior School campus in Rome. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 10.30am to 6.00pm (including lunch break), term time only.

Duties and Responsibilities

In class

• Mentor and provide support to students across the school as directed by the lead teacher for Additional Educational Needs (AEN)
• Support the learning of other students as directed by the lead teacher for AEN
• Support classroom teachers with the preparation of materials for specific students
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people with whom s/he comes into contact.
• After school Supervision and Care:
• Maintain the safety, welfare and good conduct of the pupils in the after-school club
• Undertake the daily supervision of the children, developing and maintaining high standards to ensure the welfare and safety of children at all times.
• Oversee the daily activities, snacks, and ensure all resources are tidied away and the environment left in a good condition.
• Ensure pupils have access to appropriate activities to support their physical, emotional, social and intellectual development, considering their cultural and linguistic needs.
• Take a key role in suitably equipping the after-school club in order to provide a stimulating environment for the pupil.
• Provide high-quality care for the children and comply with school policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Take a daily register of attendance and submit weekly attendance records to the school secretary for accounts.
• Report back to the appropriate member of staff using the school's agreed referral procedures on the behaviour of pupils during the after-school club, or any other issues that may be relevant.

Pastoral

• Demonstrate professional curiosity in relation to each student’s wellbeing and welfare, and foster the personal and social developments of each student in their care
• Actively promote the social, moral and cultural ethos of the school community
• Create an atmosphere of support by being aware of, and fully compliant with, all of the school’s pastoral policies
• Be familiar with all the school’s policies on Health and Safety and be proactive in ensuring the safety of all members of the school community at all times
• Promote exemplary behaviour and a responsible attitude amongst pupils
• Be aware of and act upon all policies regarding the safeguarding of children

Professional

• Promote pride in the school among the pupil body through high standards of dress, behaviour and commitment
• Ensure that all communication is acted upon appropriately and in a timely manner
• Attend Parents’ Evenings, Assemblies and other school events after school during term time as the Head of School/Principal may, from time to time, require
• Be responsible for all school resources, particularly those in your care, reporting damage or loss to the appropriate authority within the school
• Contribute to the virtual learning environment, the website, social media and publications in support of your work
• Contribute to the school’s Self Evaluation and Strategic Plan
• Foster a close partnership with parents, initiating contact in appropriate circumstances and ensuring that there is a record of this
• Carry out any reasonable professional request made by the Principal or Head of Junior School

Personal Skills

The successful candidate will be:

• An ambassador of St George’s at all times
• A role model in relation to the school’s core values of Internationalism, Inclusivity and Excellence
• Enthusiastic and passionate about education with a sound understanding of UK best practice
• Reliable and respectful in their dealings with all members of the school community
• Flexible and adaptable to the varied demands of working in a world-class school environment
• Proactive in all aspects of school life
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Creative and innovative across and beyond the curriculum
• Able to work successfully under pressure, with excellent organisational skills
• Reliable and respectful
• Able to demonstrate a positive and proactive attitude towards participation in professional development and the school’s induction and professional review processes
• Able to present a professional image in line with the high expectations of St George’s
• A talented communicator
• A confident and competent user of IT in the classroom and for administrative purposes

Formal Qualifications / Experience

• A good UK Honours Degree (or equivalent)
• A certified teaching qualification (i.e. Qualified Teacher Status)
• A distinguished record of teaching
• A strong record of professional development

How to Apply

Reference Number 260204

Application Deadline Friday 27 February 2026, 4.00pm CEST

Start Date September 2026

Availability (full-time/part-time) Full-time

Contract 1-year contract with the potential for a permanent position from Year 2

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Please complete an online application form viathe School's website under vacancies.  Shortlisted candidates will have references taken up prior to interview.

Supporting Statement

The Supporting Statement is an instrumental part of our shortlisting process and should address and detail: the reason you are applying for the role, why you feel that you are a suitable candidate for the role to which you are applying, your skills and experience, and an explanation of any gaps in employment during your career.

Additional Application Guidance

The Education and Qualifications section of the application form must be completed in full (including grades obtained). References provided should always include your current employer. If you are currently working in education, please note that your first referee must be the Headteacher/Principal of the school that you are currently employed with.

School Policies

Applicants to St George’s should be familiar with the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy available at school's website. A copy of the Staff Code of Conduct and Whistleblowing Policy will be made available to shortlisted candidates.

Conditional Offer of Appointment

Any offer to a successful candidate will be conditional upon the following:

Verification of identity, qualifications and professional status

A safeguarding check

Receipt of at least three satisfactory references (one of which should be from your current or most recent Principal, Head of School or line manager)

Verification of medical fitness (completion of a medical declaration)

Social media screening

Non-EU applicants will be required to produce their university transcript with courses taken and final grade of their first Degree.

Remuneration

Package details will be available to shortlisted candidates upon request.

Equal Opportunities

St George's is an equal opportunities employer and is fully committed to a policy of treating all its employees and job applicants equally. Discrimination will not be made on the grounds of age, race, religion, disability, marital status, gender, re-assigned gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other basis.