Teaching in Thurrock

Career opportunities for support staff include:

• teaching assistants or learning support assistants
• bursar
• personal assistant (PA)
• school administrative assistant
• school secretary
• school manager or finance officer
• site manager
• caretaking staff

A safe, clean, comfortable environment in our schools is vital for the well-being and development of our students.

Managing the processes which contribute to this in partnership with the school leadership team is an important role.

Part-time work in schools

There are many different jobs in schools all of which are important in supporting our young people. Many of these jobs may provide part-time work opportunities:

• site workers - maintenance and cleaning staff play an important part in providing a safe and healthy environment
• kitchen and midday staff make lunchtime a healthy and enjoyable part of the day
• office assistants perform a number of duties to support in busy school offices