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Founded in 1646, Reading Blue Coat is a leading independent day school of circa 800 pupils from ages 11 to 18. The School is located on a beautiful 46-acre campus in the village of Sonning, just outside Reading. The School employs more than 180 staff, of whom 50% are academic staff, and provides a stimulating, friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise his or her full intellectual, physical, and creative potential. We require an additional member of staff to join our well-equipped Montgomery Wellbeing Centre on campus, to work alongside our current team of Medical Centre Practitioners who support our part time Nurse Manager with the day to day operation of the Wellbeing Centre with medical care and pastoral support to pupils and staff. Working hours will be 17 hours per week during term time, from 08:00 to 17:00 (with a 30 minute unpaid meal break) over 2 days (Monday and Tuesday or Monday and Wednesday). Some previous experience of working with children and young people is desirable. Of paramount importance is a friendly, approachable personality; excellent communication skills; and an ability to work independently with confidence. Reading Blue Coat offers an exceptional working environment and an attractive rewards package, including excellent benefits such as a pension scheme with 8% employer contribution; free meals; extensive staff discounts; tax saving cycle to work and car leasing schemes; free sports and leisure facilities; Employee Assistance Programme; and a strong commitment to professional development. Closing date: 09:00 on Friday 24 May 2024 Applications must be submitted to the email address above by application form (which can be found on our website) and accompanied by your covering letter. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the UK. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. Registered charity number 1087839