Spanish Assistant

Berkshire
St Joseph's College Reading
Part-time | Term Time

Summary

St Joseph's College is recruiting a Spanish Assistant for January 2026.

Detail

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Spanish Assistant to join St Joseph’s College from January 2026, working 18 hours per fortnight (FTE 0.19). The position is term-time only and the post holder would assist teachers with student learning including running small conversation groups and supporting teachers/students in the classroom with a range of activities. The post is available on a Fixed Term from January 2026 to 8 July 2026.

Near native-command of the Spanish language will be essential as well as the ability to support and encourage pupils at GCSE and A Level.

This is an exciting time to become part of our dynamic team. Situated in the heart of Reading, St Joseph’s College is the leading independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 in Berkshire.

For us, success is about more than just exam results or awards. We celebrate each pupil as an individual, and aspire for them to leave St Joseph’s as mature and confident citizens, ready to tackle life head on with energy and vigour. You will be fully supportive of the College Catholic tradition and expected to contribute to the full life of the School.

For further details about the school and to access the recruitment pack, please visit our website at: https://www.sjcr.org.uk/job-vacancies/

Applicants for this post need to complete the application form and return it together with a covering letter to recruitment@sjcr.org.uk or alternatively sent by post to Mrs Guest, HR Coordinator, St Joseph’s College, Upper Redlands Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5JT. Electronic application is encouraged and preferred.

Closing date: 12 Noon, Wednesday 5 November 2025

Interviews: Will take place shortly after the closing date

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.