Midday Assistant

The Willows; Basildon; On-site; GBP 3,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution based in Basildon is seeking a dedicated Midday Assistant to care for children during lunch hours. Responsibilities include supervising activities and providing minor first aid. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and committed to their own development. This is a part-time position with working hours from 12:30pm to 1:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. The role offers an annual salary of £2,884, incorporating paid annual leave during school closures.

Benefits

Supported environment

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme access

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise children during lunch hours.
• Dependable team member with high expectations.
• Passionate about raising standards and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for children during lunch.
• Play games and supervise activities.
• Provide minor first aid as needed.

Skills

Care for children

Teamwork

First aid

Enthusiasm

Commitment to improvement

Job description

The Willows Primary School and Nursery has an exciting opportunity for a Midday Assistant to join the team as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• can provide care for children during their lunch hour, involving playing games, supervising and providing minor first aid if needed
• is an enthusiastic, hardworking and dependable team member
• has high expectations of the children and themselves with a passion for raising standards and attainment
• works well as part of a team and has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice

Benefits

• a well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff
• a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
• a commitment to continued professional development
• access to our Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families

The Willows Primary School and Nursery is located in Church Road, Basildon and has an excellent reputation in the local community. We are one of ten schools that form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

The working hours are from 12:30pm to 1:30pm Monday to Friday, 5 hours per week, term time only for 38 weeks per year.

Salary Scale 2, Point 3 (Range 3-4) Actual Salary: £2,884 per annum (includes paid annual leave, which must be taken in school closure periods).