Breakfast and After School Club Assistant Level 3

St Benedict's Catholic Primary School; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School in Redcar is seeking a Breakfast Club Assistant (Level 3) to support pupils before and after school. You will work under the Headteacher, providing care, supervision and learning support during term time.

The successful candidate will hold at least Level 3 childcare/early years qualification and Paediatric First Aid, with focus on safeguarding, literacy and numeracy. Training and CPD opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• An understanding of safeguarding and Child Protection issues essential
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities
• Ability to relate well to children and adults essential
• Basic understanding of child development and learning essential
• Understanding of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation essential
• Use of equipment such as interactive whiteboard, video, photocopier essential
• Experience working with children of relevant age essential

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Headteacher
• Support pupils’ learning needs
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Plan and deliver wide range of fun and engaging activities
• Be flexible and commit to school life and community

Skills

Experience of working with children

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Paediatric First Aid

Level 3 childcare/early years qualification

Good level of English and Maths

Job description

Required:As soon as possible Salary: £26,847 - £27,274 pro rata (actual salary £3,053 - £3,102) Hours: 6 Hours per week, Term Time Only Contract Type: Permanent Location: St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School, Mersey Road, Redcar, TS10 1LS

St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Breakfast Club Assistant (Level 3).We are looking for someone who has the vision and drive to make a significant impact in school and is committed to making a difference to the lives of our children.

Within the role there will be opportunities for further training and development. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Headteacher. You will be suitably qualified to at least a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification enclosed.

St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust (NPCAT), a family of 38 schools and 2 sixth forms from across the Diocese of Middlesbrough. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, the Trust is one of the North-East’s largest Catholic Trusts.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of working with children
• Have excellent standards of literacy, numeracy and spoken English
• Support pupils’ learning needs
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and communication skills to support pupils with different needs and abilities
• Work flexibly and be committed to ensuring a wide range of fun, creative and engaging activities

We offer you:

• A welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos;
• Well behaved and motivated children who enjoy learning and coming to school;
• A welcoming and supportive staff team;
• Supportive and dedicated parents and governors;
• Opportunities for your own Continuous Professional Development.

If you would like any further information about this position or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Claire Cunningham, Trust Business Manager on 01642 455309.

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.

Skills

Experience

An understanding of safeguarding and Child Protection issues essential

Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these essential

Ability to relate well to children and adults essential

Basic understanding of child development and learning essential

Understanding of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation essential

Use of other equipment technology e.g. interactive whiteboard, video, photocopier essential

Experience working with children of relevant age essential

Personal Attributes

Willingness to embrace the Catholic nature of the school. essential

Flexible and willing to be involved in the extended life of the school and the wider community. essential

High expectations of staff and pupils. essential

Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and sensitivity whilst working with others. essential

A caring and sensitive attitude towards pupils and parents essential

Qualifications

Paediatric First Aid essential

Approved full and relevant Level 3 childcare/early years qualification essential

Good level of English and Maths essential

St Benedict's Catholic Primary School (Redcar)

Merrol Hay

St Benedict's Catholic Primary School (Redcar)

Merrol Hay

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Mersey Road
Redcar
North Yorkshire
TS10 1LS

Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.