I'm so looking forward to working in the school and quite happy to take what comes.  Years of experience teaching in a variety of schools does help you to think on your feet  ....and from the sound of things I might need to!  I can only admire the staff at the school for what they do under difficult circumstances and will do whatever they need.
 
Thank you for the  very personal way you handled my application and placement.  It made an enormous difference to the whole process,  Quite unlike the experience some friends have had with their volunteering.
 
Off we go!