Midday Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Sandbach; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Elworth Hall Primary School is seeking a caring and reliable Midday Assistant to join the lunchtime team. You will help supervise children aged 3 to 11, promote safe, positive play and support the welfare and enjoyment of pupils during the midday period.

The role emphasises safeguarding, calmness in a busy school setting, and teamwork. Full training will be provided, and a First Aid qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with children is desirable but training will be provided.
• A First Aid qualification would be advantageous; training will be available.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children aged 3 to 11 years indoors and outdoors.
• Encourage positive play, support good behaviour and safety.
• Help create a safe, happy environment during lunchtime.

Skills

Enjoys working with children

Caring, patient and approachable

Excellent communication

Team player

Safeguarding commitment

Calm under pressure

Job description

Lawton Way, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 1TE

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Disability Confident:

No

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for About the Role The Governors of Elworth Hall Primary School wish to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Midday Assistant to join our dedicated lunchtime team.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the safety, welfare and enjoyment of our pupils during the lunchtime period.

Duties will include supervising children aged 3 to 11 years both indoors and outdoors, encouraging positive play, supporting good behaviour and helping to create a safe and happy environment for all.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Enjoys working with children.

Is caring, patient and approachable.

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Can work effectively as part of a team.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Is able to remain calm and responsive in a busy school environment.

Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

A First Aid qualification would be advantageous; however, training will be available for the successful applicant.

What the school offers its staff We Can Offer:

Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils.

A welcoming and supportive staff team.

Opportunities for training and professional development.

A positive and inclusive working environment.

Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification; Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS); medical; online and social media; prohibition from teaching; right to work; satisfactory references; suitability to work with children.

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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