Education Assistant (Term-Time Only)
The Barleylands Education Team is seeking enthusiastic, lively individuals to join our team in Billericay to host interactive School Visits.
We deliver themed educational days linked directly to the Curriculum. Through hands-on farm activities and cookery workshops, we help children understand where their food comes from and the importance of a healthy, balanced diet.
This role is flexible and part-time, making it ideal for those seeking supplemental teaching hours or individuals looking to return to teaching.
Working Hours
- Work is required only when schools are actively visiting.
- Typically, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on scheduled days.
- Due to the nature of school bookings, we cannot offer fixed hours or set days.
About You
We are looking for passionate individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Engaging educator: A fun, lively person who genuinely enjoys teaching children.
- Confident leader: Able to lead large groups, impart knowledge, facilitate hands-on activities, and ensure learning objectives are met.
- Strong communicator: Possesses excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable & proactive: Be adaptable to an ever-changing working environment and be able to use your own initiative.
- Eager to learn: Willing to absorb and enthusiastically relay information regarding food, farming, and the environment.
- Driving: Must hold a full, clean UK driving licence.
- Experienced (Preferred): Prior experience working with EYFS, KS1, and KS2 children is an advantage, but not strictly required.
Our Team Structure
- We operate with two part-time Education Managers and a dedicated pool of around 8 Education Assistants.
- This position works perfectly alongside another part-time post or for anyone looking for casual, rewarding teaching hours.
How to Apply
To register your interest, please email your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the post to:
Karen Watson
Education Officer
Barleylands Farm Park Volunteers
We are not currently taking on any volunteers. Please check back in a few months time to see if we have any availability.
HR Philpot and Son (Barleylands) Ltd has a wide range of services and facilities that can involve dealing with children or vulnerable adults. We treat our obligations for the safety of children and vulnerable adults seriously and expect our staff and volunteers to be committed to the principles of our published policies and to adhere to the procedures contained within them.
