Casual Midday Assistant

Robert Clack Primary School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Midday Assistant to join our small, friendly and supportive team. The successful applicant should be caring and approachable and able to work in a calm manner at all times. Their role will involve working as part of a team to make lunchtime a positive and enjoyable experience by supporting healthy eating, as well as teaching and modelling playground games and social activities for all our pupils. The role will also include supporting pupils with personal care and hygiene when required as part of developing their independence.

Please note that, at present, the successful post holder will work on a casual as and when required basis to cover staff absences. However, the possibility of contracted work may arise in the future for the right candidate.

The person we require will:

· Have successful previous experience of working with children (preferably in a

school environment).

· Demonstrate good communication skills, both orally and written, with both adults

and children.

· Understand the importance of following procedures and policies.

· Be able to make relationships with children.

· Be proactive with providing children with enjoyable activities through the lunchtime

period.

· Work well as part of a team.

· Be extremely patient, adaptable, willing to listen and have a good sense of humour.

We can offer:

· A supportive working culture that values staff at all levels and invests in people.

· Working with the teaching and support staff as part of a team.

· Opportunities to continue your own professional development.

· A dynamic working environment.