Teaching Assistant & Midday Meals Supervisor — Support Kids

ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wingfield Primary School is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils, alongside the SENCO and class teachers, ensuring access to education and an inclusive environment.

The role involves assisting with behaviour, resources, and daily care during breaks and lunch, with training for INSET days and opportunities to develop within a Trust-wide professional community.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications in English and maths.
• Training in communication techniques, creative play, and physical care is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding policies and equal opportunities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication techniques

Creative play

Physical care

Education

Level 2 English and maths

Job description

Wingfield Primary School is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils, alongside the SENCO and class teachers, ensuring access to education and an inclusive environment.

The role involves assisting with behaviour, resources, and daily care during breaks and lunch, with training for INSET days and opportunities to develop within a Trust-wide professional community.