Job Description

Milbourne Lodge School

Surrey
Expiring soon

Job type:

Full Time, Fixed Term

Start date:

September 2025

Apply by:

6 July 2025

Job overview

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About the School - Milbourne Lodge

Milbourne has established a strong reputation as one of England's leading Prep schools. We are a busy supportive community committed to enabling every pupil to attain their potential. Sport plays a major role in the curriculum and our daily games sessions for all pupils is a fundamental part of life at Milbourne Lodge.


The school now has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic

Gap Year Games Assistant

to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world'.

About the role

As a Gap Year Games Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the Games Department across a wide age range--from Reception to Year 8. You will assist with PE and games lessons, help supervise changing rooms, accompany pupils to fixtures, and support post-match events. Working closely with teaching staff, you'll contribute to the pastoral care and wellbeing of pupils, encouraging positive behaviour and helping every child feel supported, safe, and motivated. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a school environment, develop your leadership skills, and work as part of a dynamic and committed team.

This is a fixed term contract from available from 1 September 2025 - 31 August 2026.

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Who we are looking for:

You are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about working with children. You thrive in a team environment, communicate well, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to all that you do. Whether supporting in lessons, helping with school events, or engaging in pastoral care, you are a strong role model who sets high expectations. No previous experience is needed--just a willingness to learn, a sporty or outdoor background, and a genuine desire to make a difference. If you're considering a future in education or youth development, this role offers a valuable and rewarding stepping stone.



An enthusiastic person with adaptable sporting skills and a desire to assist with games lessons for children ages 4-13 Someone who can inspire each child to achieve their potential and ensure all pupils have equal opportunities to learn and develop A team player who appreciates and supports the roles of other professionals.


Desirable:

Educated to A-level standard

Benefits at Cognita

Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience Free lunch provided during Term Time School holidays and public holidays Professional Development

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is:

6th July 2025

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.


We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.


Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.


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About

Milbourne Lodge School

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Milbourne Lodge School

43 Arbrook Lane, Esher
Surrey
KT10 9EG
United Kingdom

+44 1372 462737

Milbourne Lodge School is an independent, co-educational pre-prep and preparatory school for children aged 4 - 13, located in Esher, Surrey.



Milbourne Lodge was founded in 1912 by Harvey Wyatt, and in 1948 the school was bought by Norman Hale who was Headmaster for fifty-one years. During Mr Hale's tenure, Milbourne Lodge became one of England's leading preparatory schools, recognised for outstanding academic achievements and numerous scholarship awards to top public schools. This pursuit of academic excellence continues to thrive at the school with each year pupils achieving scholarships and CE entry to the top Independent schools in the country including Eton, Winchester, Charterhouse, Tonbridge, Westminster, St Paul's and Kings' College School Wimbledon to name but a few.



In 2007 Milbourne Lodge became part of the Cognita Schools group and continues to focus on the pursuit of excellence.



The Pre-Prep department which educates pupils from Reception to Year 2 was opened in 2010 and now contains over 90 children with two form entry in each year group.



In 2016, the Hale building was opened comprising 5 new classrooms and a state of the art Science Laboratory.



In June 2017, the school was inspected by SIS and was graded 'Outstanding in All Areas'. Please see the Inspection Report link below

Head

Mrs Judy Waite - Judy joined the school as Deputy Head, Academic in 2010 and was appointed Head in January 2016.

Our Aims

Milbourne Lodge is committed to providing the highest educational standards for our pupils.



We achieve this by:


Promoting quality, excellence and the highest standards of education for all pupils in order to ensure they reach their full potential and receive the highest standards of teaching and learning.

Creating a positive and caring atmosphere and environment in which pupils are encouraged and enabled to develop their skills, talents and interests to the full; intellectually, physically and spiritually, regardless of social circumstances, age or religion.

Providing a safe and caring community in which all individuals are valued and respected and to strive for the highest standards in pastoral care.

Engendering a spirit of learning so that pupils regard education as a lifelong process.

Instilling in pupils the values of respect for each other, responsibility for their own actions and self-discipline.

Placing importance on the traditional values of politeness, good manners and sportsmanship. Core values include respect, honesty and kindness and pupils are encouraged to treat others as they would like to be treated themselves.

Celebrating the achievements of individuals in all areas of school and community life.

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