Great Walstead is a dynamic Independent Day School nestled in the glorious Sussex countryside
on a site of 250 acres, surrounded by fields and woodland. The School seeks to nurture academic
ability, kind character and a spirit of adventure in our pupils whose ages range from 2 ½ to 13 years
old. The School believes that children are born creative, curious and imaginative.
We are looking to appoint a

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Performing Arts Graduate (Fixed Term)
Responsible to: Deputy Head

EXPERIENCE

Good IT skills Knowledge of safeguarding
Knowledge of Health and Safety
Ability to play the piano
Application
form

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and accountabilities of the post, each
individual task undertaken may not be identified.
Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from the Headmaster or line
manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.
This job description is current at the date shown but following consultation with you, may be changed by
the Headmaster to reflect or anticipate changes in the job which are commensurate with the salary and
job title.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

• To assist with general duties in the school
• To communicate positively with parents and colleagues.
• To be a proactive and committed member of the school
• To take responsibility for other tasks in and around the school

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prep School Duties

• Classroom support
• Break time supervision duty
• Assisting with school events or trips (including residential trips away from school)
• Assisting with after school events including parents’ evenings and plays where necessary
• Assisting in sports, including fixtures against other schools
• Fully support the extra-curricular life of the school, which is likely to involve leading music and

drama clubs as part of the extra curricular offerings to pupils.

• To accompany choir rehearsals and assist with musical ensembles.

Duties for the Graduate Student will include:

• Participating in the day to day activities of the school
• Provide assistance to the Drama, Art & Music Departments
• Assisting in sports, including fixtures against other schools
• Assisting with general duties in the school
• Assisting with school events and trip

Other Duties

• Participate in the general day to day activities of the school as a whole and undertake a shar

Safeguarding responsibilities:

• This role will involve daily contact with pupils and you will be engaging in regulated activit