At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and support children during their midday break, ensuring safety and wellbeing.
- Company: Join the inclusive and diverse team at Compass Primary Academy.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a chance to be part of a caring community.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required, just a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 24600 - 24600 £ per year.
Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.
Location: Compass Primary Academy
Salary: Grade 1 Point 1. Salary £24,458 (FTE), £3,690 (Actual)
Hours per week / Weeks per year: 6.67 hours per week for 38 weeks
About Compass Primary Academy
Compass Primary Academy is unusual, and exceptional. We are an innovative and ambitious 3-11 primary Academy set in the heart of Kettering. Children are at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to supporting and challenging our pupils to reach their full potential, inside and outside of the classroom, which was reflected in our Ofsted Inspection in April 2023 where the school was judged as good, with outstanding Early Years. Compass Primary Academy is proud to be a member of the Brooke Weston Trust and enjoys close working links with the family of Trust schools.
About the role of Midday Assistant
Here at Compass Primary we would like you to consider becoming part of our dedicated team. We are looking for a Midday Assistant who is willing to work with our wonderful and enthusiastic children. The Midday Assistant will be responsible for:
- Supervising activities and maintaining the health, safety, welfare and safeguarding of pupils during the midday break with particular focus on the named child.
- Maintaining confidentiality at all times in respect of school-related matters and the named child and to prevent disclosure of confidential and sensitive information.
- Monitoring pupil behaviour, discouraging anti-social and poor behaviour and dealing with incidents of inappropriate behaviour in line with the Academy’s Behaviour Policy.
- Dealing with minor injuries (having completed a one day first aid course), providing emotional support and liaising with first aiders and management as appropriate.
- Assisting children at meal times, encouraging good table manners.
- Setting up the dining area, cleaning, clearing, sweeping and putting away.
About Brooke Weston Trust
Our Trust was formed more than 30 years ago with a simple and clear mission - to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people. Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people. We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School.
Safer Recruitment
Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google.
Midday Assistant in Kettering employer: Compass Primary Academy
At Compass Primary Academy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, fostering a warm and inclusive environment where every team member is supported in their professional journey. Located in the heart of Kettering, our academy not only champions the wellbeing of our pupils but also prioritises the growth and development of our staff through collaborative training and a strong culture of care. With unique benefits such as free meals, access to health resources, and a commitment to diversity, joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to making a meaningful impact in children's lives.
