1:1 Extended Services Education Assistant (EXS034BC)

Kibworth Church of England Primary School are looking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and highly motivated Extended Services Education Assistant to support the Wrap Around Manager in the provision of high quality activities for pupils at the end of the normal school day. The successful candidate will be trustworthy, enthusiastic, full of energy, enjoy working with children and be a real team player; experience is desirable but not essential. You will provide a safe and secure environment for the children in your care to explore, grow and have FUN!

Are you looking for a fun, rewarding job in a friendly & supportive environment where your job is to engage & inspire children?

Main Duties and responsibilities:

• To maintain a duty of care for all children that attend the Extended Services wrap Around Care.
• To establish and maintain positive relationships with children and Extended Services provision teams.
• To maintain communication with the Extended Services Support Lead, and Deputy Lead.
• To provide care and encouragement to children and young people with disabilities or special educational needs, supporting them to participate in activities and liaising, if required, with parents / carers / other professionals as appropriate.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience of working with children and be committed to providing our pupils with a safe and enjoyable childcare environment.
• Experience of working with children 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 child, parents and colleagues.

What we offer:

• 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 of 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.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement: 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.