Nyewood CofE Infant School · Bognor Regis, South East
Main Purpose
The role involves contributing to the Christian
ethos, vision, and values of Nyewood CE Infant School while providing high-quality
support for pupils’ learning, welfare, and inclusion. The post holder will play
an active part in promoting safeguarding and ensuring a safe, nurturing
environment for all pupils. Working closely with class teachers, they will
support the assessment of pupil progress and help deliver engaging, inclusive
learning activities. In addition, the role includes supervising pupils during
midday meals, encouraging positive behaviour and fostering social interaction
in line with the school’s values.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Support
the Christian ethos and actively model the school’s values. Promote
safeguarding, welfare, and inclusion of all pupils at all times. Build
and maintain positive relationships with pupils, encouraging self-worth and self-esteem. Assist
the class teacher in assessing pupil progress and providing feedback. Monitor
behaviour using positive strategies, in line with the school’s behaviour
policy. Undertake
midday meals supervision (casual or permanent), ensuring the safety and
wellbeing of all pupils. Deal
with minor injuries and act as a first aid supervisor as required. Prepare,
manage, and maintain classroom resources and displays. Encourage
healthy lifestyles and support the development of language and communication
skills. Implement
structured interventions alongside the class teacher and Inclusion Manager. Liaise
with the Senior Leadership Team and external agencies as needed. Accompany
school activities and take responsibility for individuals or small groups on
trips. Supervise
pupils outside lesson times, including break and lunchtimes. Foster
links between families and the wider community. Attend
meetings, professional development, and INSET days as required. Participate
in performance appraisal and regular safeguarding training. Maintain
professionalism and confidentiality at all times. Follow
all school policies (including Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Data
Protection, and Codes of Conduct) and report concerns promptly. Undertake
any other duties as directed by the Headteacher or Senior Leadership Team.
The duties are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the
postholder may be required by the Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties
within the context of the job, skills and grade.