At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children during lunch and playtime, ensuring a fun and safe environment.
- Company: Join a caring school community dedicated to nurturing young minds.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and training provided.
- Other info: Work term-time only, perfect for students seeking part-time opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and strong interpersonal skills are a must.
The predicted salary is between 13.43 - 13.43 £ per hour.
We require an enthusiastic, flexible and hardworking Midday Assistant (MDA) to work during the lunch hour serving dinners and carrying out playground duties. Training will be provided. Monday to Friday term time only, approximately 7 hours (12:00pm to 1.15pm). Exact hours will be role dependent.
Salary: Scale 2 (approx £13.43 per hour). We are an outstanding school seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring Midday Assistant with a "can-do" attitude who is committed to raising standards for those they work with. You will need to have an ability to work flexibly and with enthusiasm. You will work in partnership with class teachers and the SENCO, to support codes of practice, school policies and procedures.
The successful candidate should have the following:
- Experience of supporting children
- Strong behaviour management skills
- Is able to demonstrate patience, calmness and flexibility at all times
- A commitment to high achievement from pupils and themselves
- Excellent organisation and inter-personal skills
- Flexibility, the ability to use their own initiative
- Willing to undertake training and support individual needs
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory medical checks, references, social media checks and enhanced DBS clearance.
Further Information:
- Working weeks per year: 38 weeks
- The successful candidate will work during each week of term time excluding non-pupil days. Holiday will be deemed to be taken during school closure periods. There is no entitlement to take holiday during term time.
- Pay: This post is paid on Pay Scale 2. Employees are paid monthly in twelve equal months per year.
- All individuals will be required to satisfactorily complete a six-month probationary period.
- All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
Part-time Midday Assistant in Billericay employer: Shorefields
St Osyth CE Primary School is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for all staff. With a strong commitment to professional development and training, particularly for those working with children with SEND needs, our team thrives on collaboration and high standards. Located in a picturesque rural setting, just a short drive from Colchester and Clacton, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit community.
