Educational Support Assistant

Roberttown CofE Primary School; Beggarington; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Roberttown CofE Primary School is seeking an Educational Support Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor to join our caring team. The role combines classroom support with lunchtime duties to support pupils' learning, wellbeing and development throughout the school day.

We value inclusive education and offer high-quality training and professional development. The role is term-time only, 4 hours 15 minutes per day (8:45am–1:00pm), Monday to Friday, with a six-month probationary period.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping children reach their full potential.
• Nurturing, patient and able to build positive relationships.
• Team player willing to learn from others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, resilient and committed to inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons and help develop independence.
• Provide Lunchtime Supervisor duties and promote positive social interactions at lunch.
• Assist across specialist and mainstream provision and contribute to pupils' wellbeing.
• Work as part of the school team and participate in training and development.

Skills

Child support

Nurturing

Team player

Communication

Inclusive practice

Adaptable

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference to children's lives? Do you want to be part of a supportive, inclusive school where every child is valued and every member of staff matters?

We are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and motivated Educational Support Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor to join our dedicated team.

This varied role combines classroom support with Lunchtime Supervisor duties, enabling you to play a key role in children's learning, wellbeing and development throughout the school day. From supporting pupils in lessons and developing independence to encouraging positive social interactions during lunchtime, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and wishes to develop specialist skills while gaining experience across both specialist and mainstream primary provision. Whether you already have SEND experience or are keen to learn, we can offer a supportive environment with high-quality training and professional development opportunities.

We are looking for someone who

• Has a passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential.
• Is nurturing, patient and able to build positive relationships with children and families.
• Works well as part of a team and is willing to learn from others.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible, resilient and committed to inclusive practice.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

If you require further information about the school you can visit the school website at www.roberttownschool.co.uk. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

The role will be for 4 hour 15 minutes per day 8:45am - 1pm Monday to Friday including lunchtime supervision.

Please note this is a term time only role.

All new employees to the Trust are subject to a six-month probationary period.