At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's play and development during lunchtime in a caring environment.
- Company: Join a supportive school community dedicated to nurturing young minds.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and make a positive impact on children's lives.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for training and personal growth.
- Why this job: Be a role model and help shape the social skills of pupils while having fun.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills and a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
To have responsibility for children during the lunchtime period. To foster the physical, social and emotional developments of the pupils through planned play and provision within a caring, inclusive environment. The post holder will be one of a team of Midday Play Leaders who support the care and play of the pupils. Flexibility by all staff is important to meet the needs of pupils. The jobholder works under the day to day supervision of the Pastoral Mentor. The job holder will be required to contribute to and support the overall vision, aims and ethos of the school. The post holder must have good written and verbal communication skills.
Main duties:
- Attend to pupils' personal needs, including social, health, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters.
- Support and coordinate play, ensuring all children are included, through modelling and suggesting games.
- Act as a role model, setting high expectations for pupils' development of appropriate social skills, e.g. good table manners, lining up safely in the hall, washing hands before the meal, being polite.
- Prepare and set up both the dining and outside spaces and clear afterwards, including putting away tables, sweeping floors and wiping chairs etc.
- Work as part of a team to ensure that the school lunch period provides a caring and supportive environment for all children.
- Implement the behaviour strategy in line with school policy.
- Meet regularly with the playleader team as part of ongoing training and planning sessions.
Safeguarding:
- Work in accordance with all safeguarding policies and requirements in the school.
- Attend safeguarding training as required.
Employees will be expected to:
- Comply with any reasonable request from those in a position of authority to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.
- Work with and alongside other staff to ensure that the Trust provides the best possible outcomes for all children.
Employment at Ivy Learning Trust is also subject to:
- Satisfactory references.
- Barred list check (regulated activity roles).
- Section 128 check (for applicable roles).
- Overseas criminal records check (where required).
- Identity check.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Evidence of qualifications applicable to the role.
- Confirmation of registration with applicable registered body where applicable.
Playleader employer: Eastfield Primary School
Ivy Learning Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its pupils and staff. With a strong commitment to fostering a caring and inclusive environment, employees benefit from ongoing training and support, ensuring personal and professional growth. The collaborative work culture encourages flexibility and teamwork, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about nurturing children's social and emotional development during their lunchtime.
