Teaching Assistant and Midday Meals Supervisor

Boxgrove Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Boxgrove Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant and Mid-Day Meals Supervisor to support children with additional needs, manage classroom activities, and supervise playtimes and lunch breaks.

The role covers 27.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a 1-hour lunch break, and involves working Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 15:30. A permanent contract with salary for two roles is offered, with development opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications in English and maths.
• Training in communication techniques, creative play, and physical care is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with communication, interaction, sensory, or physical impairments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the management of children’s behaviour, health, and well-being.
• Prepare classroom resources and equipment for use during lessons.
• Support individual education plans and class work under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Motivate and assist children to stay on task and complete work effectively.
• Accompany classes on school outings and support physical activities such as PE and drama.
• Attend training sessions and INSET days.
• Assist with minor accidents and supervise unwell children as directed.
• Provide care and assistance to children, including hygiene, feeding, and supporting during break and lunch times.

Education

Level 2 qualifications in English and maths

Job description

Boxgrove Primary School - TEACHING ASSISTANT and MID-DAY MEALS SUPERVISOR

27.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year - 22.5 hours Teaching Assistant / 5 hours Mid-Day Meals Supervisor

09.00 - 15:30 Monday - Friday with a 1 hour break for lunch

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: £16,564 TA & £3681 MMS

Do you have a passion for working with children?

We are seeking an inspirational Teaching Assistant and with vision and high expectations for learning to work across our school, within a whole class setting and on an individual basis, supporting children with additional needs, and supervising children on the playground during playtimes and lunchbreaks.

A degree of flexibility will be required to meet the needs of the children and the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the management of children’s behaviour, health, and well-being
• Prepare classroom resources and equipment for use during lessons
• Support individual education plans and class work under the guidance of the class teacher
• Motivate and assist children to stay on task and complete work effectively
• Accompany classes on school outings and support physical activities such as PE and drama
• Attend training sessions and INSET days
• Assist with minor accidents and supervise unwell children as directed
• Provide care and assistance to children, which may include hygiene, feeding, and supporting during break and lunch times.

Requirements

• Level 2 qualifications in English and maths
• Training in communication techniques, creative play, and physical care is desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with communication, interaction, sensory, or physical impairments is advantageous
• A commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding policies

As a member of our team, you will:

• Be part of a learning community committed to achieving the best for our children
• Learn about our creative and innovative approaches to teaching and learning
• Be part of a forward thinking, dynamic team of professionals who see children at the heart of the learning process
• Have high expectations, understand the importance of, and promote the principles of inclusion; enabling every child to overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential

As part of our Trust, you will be part of a professional community where:

• Schools work together, sharing expertise and improving practice
• Staff benefit from strong professional networks and collaboration across schoolsDevelopment is supported through coaching, CPD and leadership pathways

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and conditions aligned to national frameworks
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS
• Access to a structured programme of professional development
• Opportunities to work across schools and develop your career
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support
• Access to staff benefits and discount scheme
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working options where possible

Boxgrove Primary School is a two-form entry school rated as Good by OFSTED. We are part of Compass Eko Trust an innovative and forward-thinking Trust comprising of 28 school. This unique partnership provides immense opportunities to develop the quality of provision and outcomes for children across our schools.

Compass Eko Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils. As the duties of this post involve regular contact with children, any offer to the successful candidates will be conditional upon an Enhanced Disclosure being obtained via the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

Our successful candidate will also be health checked and references will be requested before appointment; the post is permanent and is subject to a satisfactory probation period

We are an equal opportunities employer

For further information about our school please visit our website www.boxgrove.compassps.uk

Applications close - Monday 2nd November

Only successful candidates will be contacted

Interviews - Week beginning 2nd November (May be before depending on volume of applications received)