We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Midday Assistant to join our supportive and growing team at Chigwell Primary Academy. You will play an important role in helping children enjoy a safe, happy and positive lunchtime experience.
In this role, you will support children with their table manners and use of cutlery, help to coordinate a range of fun and engaging play activities, and promote positive behaviour. You will also administer minor first aid and ensure the welfare and safety of all children throughout the lunchtime period. As highlighted in the role, your commitment to creating a safe and enjoyable environment is central to the position.
At Chigwell Primary Academy, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed. As a Midday Assistant, you will help create opportunities for children to grow in confidence, develop independence and enjoy their time at school. We value every child as an individual and encourage them to challenge themselves through a variety of activities.
We are looking for someone with:
* Experience working with primary aged children
* A basic understanding of child development
* Enthusiasm and dedication for supporting pupils during lunchtime
You should be:
* Responsible and reliable
* Confident working with young people and able to maintain positive behaviour
* Able to build good relationships with both children and adults
In turn, we can offer you:
* Great facilities to create a vibrant, stimulating learning environment for children
* A supportive Leadership team who will encourage innovation and initiative
* A wider network within REAch2 Academy Trust of support, exceptional practice and excellent CPD
If you feel you have all the necessary attributes, are highly motivated, committed to making a positive difference to children’s lives and want to be part of creating a legacy for the future, we’d love to hear from you!
Benefits
* Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance.
* Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills.
* Flexible & Family-Friendly: We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.
* Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
* Well-being Support: Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family.
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