About The Role
We are seeking to appoint a Lunchtime Play Leader at New Horizons Children’s Academy to stimulate and engage our children in exciting play and games at lunchtime whilst maintaining their safety. A willingness to work as part of a team and seek positive solutions is essential.
Hours
11.30 – 13.00 or 11.50 – 13.20, Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will supervise pupils outside in the dining areas, ensuring good standards of behaviour by following the School’s Behaviour Management Policy. The Lunchtime Playleader will assist with associated ancillary duties (such as cleaning up spillages, ensuring tables are clean, etc.), provide welfare support to the pupils, undertake first aid duties (depending on training) and will ensure School security regulations are upheld.
Additional Duties
At the discretion of the school, the Lunchtime Playleader may be required to work between 1–5 INSET days per academic year to complete additional training and safeguarding updates, which may sometimes be outside of school hours.
About Us
New Horizons Children's Academy is a "Good" school (Ofsted May 2022) with a three‑form entry that teaches over 600 children from the local community. Our aim is to provide an education that meets the needs of all our children and we expect high standards of behaviour and a positive attitude to learning. Staff share this passion and are role models for our pupils with their diligence and commitment.
Commitments
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates and may contact you for further information.
What the Trust will offer you
* Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement, from staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships and clear pathways for progression across our regions.
* Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
* Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.
* TSAT Benefits Portal: A one‑stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high‑street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.
* Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants and attractions.
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