Midday Assistant

Poplar Street Primary School are looking for someone to join a friendly and supportive staff team who work together to ensure that our children feel happy, safe and cared for throughout the school day. Our Midday Assistants are an important part of our school community, helping to create a positive lunchtime experience where children can socialise, play and enjoy spending time with their friends.

Is able to be kind, patient, reliable and approachable, with a genuine desire to work with children. You should be able to build positive relationships with pupils, communicate effectively with colleagues and be willing to get involved Most importantly, you will understand the importance of ensuring that every child feels safe, included and valued.

Must have a friendly disposition, be able to work as part of a team and help where needed.

Must engage with the children in a positive, caring manner and willing to join in with the children in lunchtime activities. This role will involve a lot of time outside.

This role will involve a lot of time outside.

For more details about the role please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. For more details about our Trust and our schools please see attached Trust Recruitment Pack.

Victorious Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We have robust processes and procedures in place to reduce risk and to continuously promote a positive culture of safeguarding across our workforce. This role involves working with children and/or young people and is subject to Victorious Academies Trust’s Safer Recruitment Process. All support staff roles within our Trust are subject to a threemonth probationary period. All posts require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as well as an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. These checks may be carried out by a thirdparty social media screening provider. All processing will be conducted in accordance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and statutory safeguarding guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Midday Assistant employer: Poplar Street Primary - Victorious Academies Trust

Victorious Academies Trust is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and safe environment for both staff and students. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees are encouraged to grow within their roles while contributing to the Trust's vision of empowering young people. Located at Poplar Street Primary School, the work culture promotes collaboration and professionalism, ensuring that all staff members play a vital role in creating a positive educational experience.

Poplar Street Primary - Victorious Academies Trust

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