Extended Services Education Assistant (EXS021BC) in Leicester

Enderby Danemill Primary School is seeking a positive, dynamic person committed to providing children with caring, high-quality and fun activities. We aim to develop our new model of Extended Services.

It is our mission to provide our pupils with a stimulating and engaging curriculum in a safe and secure environment. We believe that emotional wellbeing is essential in developing positive behaviour and academic success. We value and respect all individuals, giving our community the confidence to achieve their full potential and make a positive contribution to society.

• Help prepare, monitor and maintain a safe and secure learning environment in line with the teacher’s lesson plans.
• Work under the direct supervision of a teacher to carry out planned learning activities with small groups or individual pupils, providing feedback on their engagement and achievement of desired learning objectives.
• Encourage a high standard of behaviour, develop relationships with others, and recognise and deal with emotions appropriately.
• Prepare and utilise ICT resources to support pupils' learning.
• Prepare and support the use of learning materials and create visual displays as required by the teacher.

• Maintain a duty of care for all children attending the Extended Services Wraparound Care.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with children and Extended Services provision teams.
• Maintain communication with the Extended Services Support Lead and Deputy Lead.
• Provide care and encouragement to children and young people with disabilities or special educational needs, supporting them to participate in activities and liaising with parents/carers/other professionals as appropriate.

• Experience of working with children and a commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable childcare environment.
• Experience in a play, childcare or out of school setting is essential.
• Level 2 NVQ or CACHE or working towards is desirable.
• Ability to create an inspirational and stimulating child-centred play and care environment.
• Excellent communication (written & oral) and interaction skills with children, parents, and colleagues.

• Flexible working options.
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• Free car parking.
• Annual incremental pay increases with the pay scale range.
• A defined benefit pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme - EAP.
• Employee self-service portal.
• Eyecare voucher scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Retail discounts.
• Dental support.
• Gym discount.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
• Excellent opportunities for personal and career development.

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision-making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials, as well as leading practitioners between schools.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.