Midday Assistant

Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves. Job Title: Midday Assistant Hours per week / Weeks per year: 5 hours per week, term time only. Working pattern to be agreed at interview but core hours will be between 11am and 2pm. About Beanfield Primary School and the Mid-day Assistant role Are you looking for a rewarding role working with children, working Monday to Friday during term time and during school hours? We require someone to ensure the security and care of our pupils and to promote their social development during the lunchtime period. Beanfield Primary provides an inclusive education for nursery children; up to age 11 years and for children with Special Educational Needs. Mid-Day Assistant’s may be required to work in all school areas. This is a vital role in the middle of our school day, the main duties and responsibilities are; - To supervise pupils in the dining area, classrooms and playground ensuring their safety and wellbeing. - To monitor pupil behaviour, positively discouraging anti-social and poor behaviour. - To deal with minor injuries, providing emotional support and liaising with first aiders and management as appropriate. - Promoting and engaging with child led play. - Assisting children at meal times, encouraging good table manners. - Setting up the dining area, cleaning, clearing, sweeping and putting away. The Benefits at Brooke Weston Trust we can offer you: We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. An additional 3 days after 5 years’ service and the ability to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year. One wellbeing day a year , in addition to your annual leave Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection. Employee discounts with local and national retailers, covering high street supermarkets, days out and holidays, health and beauty, dining out plus lots more. A freshly prepared breakfast and hot or cold lunch each day when you work in one of our Trust schools Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your role requires you to be a member of a professional body, BWT will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees. Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Your Care, an independent, external organisation. Your Care is available for you, 24 hours a day, 7