What skills and experience we're looking for
- Has experience of working with primary-aged children in a range of contexts.
- Is educated to A Level, HND standard or equivalent, or can demonstrate equivalent experience and abilities.
- Is passionate about creating a safe, secure and nurturing environment where children can flourish.
- Can build positive, professional relationships with pupils, families, staff and external agencies.
- Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Is approachable, friendly and positive.
- Has excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Demonstrates strong attention to detail.
- Is flexible and willing to learn and adapt.
- Brings warmth, resilience and a sense of humour to their work.
- Maintains the highest standards of professionalism at all times.
- Is kind, patient and committed to supporting the whole school community
What the school offers its staff
- A welcoming, caring and supportive school community.
- Friendly and dedicated colleagues who work together as Team St Lens.
- Enthusiastic and engaging children who are a joy to work with.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and families every day.
If you are committed to helping every child succeed and believe that strong pastoral support can
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.