Breakfast Club Assistant

The Langley Heritage Primary; Slough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Private healthcare

Gym access

Cycle to work

Job summary

The Langley Academy in Slough is seeking a Breakfast Club Assistant for a term-time role from 7.30am to 9.00am, Monday to Friday. You will supervise pupils before the start of the school day, support wellbeing, promote positive behaviour, and assist with breakfast preparation and serving.

The post requires warmth, reliability and a desire to help children start their day safely. Key duties include welcoming pupils, registering attendance, overseeing breakfast routines, organizing activities, and

Responsibilities

• Supervision and care of pupils at Breakfast Club
• Register attendance and welcome pupils
• Supervise breakfast and play activities
• Promote positive behaviour and social skills
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety policies
• Administer basic first aid and report accidents
• Build relationships with pupils, parents and staff
• Set up and clear away equipment
• Attend training and staff meetings

Job description

Term Time Only Role

7.30am until 9am, Monday to Friday

Our Breakfast Club Assistants provide a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment for pupils attending the school's Breakfast Club. The post holder will supervise children before the start of the school day, support their wellbeing, encourage positive behaviour, and assist with the preparation and serving of breakfast.

Main responsibilities

Supervision and Care

• Ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children attending the Breakfast Club.
• Welcome pupils warmly and register attendance in accordance with school procedures.
• Supervise children during breakfast and play activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and support children in developing social skills and independence.
• Encourage inclusion and ensure all children feel valued and supported.

Food Preparation and Service

• Prepare and serve healthy breakfast options in accordance with food hygiene standards.
• Support pupils in making healthy food choices.
• Ensure tables, equipment and food preparation areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Safely store food and report any concerns regarding food quality or safety

Activities and Engagement

• Organise and supervise age-appropriate activities, games and quiet play opportunities.
• Foster a positive and enjoyable atmosphere before the school day begins.
• Encourage participation and positive interactions between pupils.

Health & Safety

• Follow school safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and behaviour policies at all times.
• Administer basic first aid where appropriate and report accidents in line with school procedures.
• Maintain awareness of pupils' medical needs, allergies and individual requirements.

Communication

• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Communicate any concerns about a child's wellbeing, behaviour or attendance to the appropriate member of staff.
• Work effectively as part of the wider school team.

General Duties

• Set up and clear away equipment and resources used during the Breakfast Club.
• Attend relevant training and staff meetings as required.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role.

Our perks

The wellbeing of all our colleagues really matters to us. Our wide-ranging staff benefits include:

• Ways to save - a leading local government defined-benefit pension scheme, staff discounts from Vivup, access to private healthcare
• Enhanced funding for personal development - opportunity to study and develop your skills further
• Healthy body and mind - free use of gym at The Langley Academy, cycle to work scheme, free annual flu jab, professional counselling, wellbeing resources, social activities and Trust summer party
• Easy commute - free onsite parking, as well as excellent access to trains, buses and the Elizabeth Line