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Job Title
Midday Assistant
Grade
Band 1
Reports to
Senior Midday Assistant/Headteacher
Responsible for
Not Applicable
Liaison with
Pupils
Senior Midday Assistant
Headteacher
Teaching staff
Catering And Caretaking Staff
Job Purpose
Acting as part of a team, to take care and control of all the children on the school premises during the midday break between the morning and afternoon teaching sessions.
Principal Accountabilities
· To maintain the safety, welfare and good conduct of the pupils during the midday break
Duties
· To assist children in selecting their meal and sitting in an appropriate place in the dining hall, sandwich room.
· To assist children with eating their meal if applicable.
· To clear tables when meals are finished and clear up any associated spillages.
· To enforce the necessary sanctions for maintaining good order.
· To administer basic first aid as required.
· To keep daily records of first aid administered, behaviour and sanctions employed, together with any other relevant records that may be needed.
· To provide pastoral care, guidance and routine advice to pupils as appropriate.
· Where necessary and appropriate to lead games and activities with the children.
· To alert Senior Midday Assistant and/or the Headteacher of any concerns regarding an individual child or group of children
General
· To attend relevant training and meetings as required.
· To respect confidentiality at all times.
· To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager.
· To understand and apply school policies in relation to health, safety, welfare and behaviour of pupils.
· To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace
· Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy
· The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
· The duties above 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.
MIDDAY ASSISTANT
General heading
Detail
Examples
Qualifications & Experience
Specific qualifications & experience
Working with or caring for children
Completion of DCSF Induction programme
Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
Knowledge of First Aid
Literacy
Basic reading and writing skills
Numeracy
Ability to count and undertake basic calculations
Technology
Ability to use basic equipment e.g. photocopier, video
Communication
Written
Ability to complete basic forms
Verbal
Ability to exchange routine verbal information clearly with children and adults
Languages
Seek support to overcome communication barriers with children and adults
Negotiating
Consult with children and other adults
Working with children
Behaviour Management
Understand and implement the school's behaviour management policy
SEN
Understand and support the differences in children and adults and respond appropriately
Curriculum
Understanding of games and activities which support learning
Child Development
Understanding of the way in which games and activities can help children develop
Health & Well being
Understand the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing
Working with others
Working with partners
Understand the role of others working in the school
Relationships
Ability to establish rapport and respectful and trusting relationships with children, their families and carers and other adults
Team work
Ability to work effectively with other adults in the school
Information
Ability to provide timely and accurate information
Responsibilities
Organisational skills
Good organisational skills
Line Management
N/A
Time Management
Ability to manage own time effectively
Creativity
Ability to follow instructions
General
Equalities
Demonstrate a commitment to equality
Health & Safety
Basic understanding of Health & Safety
Child Protection
Understand and implement child protection procedures
Confidentiality/Data Protection
Understand procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality
CPD
Be prepared to develop and learn in the role
Information about the School
Dear Candidate
Thank you for your interest in the position in our school.
St Andrew’s CE Primary School is situated in the village of North Weald, close to Epping. There are currently 361 pupils, age 4 – 11 years on roll plus a pre-school with 16 places for 3 to 4 year olds. The majority of our pupils live in the village of North Weald.
Class teachers are supported by a very experienced team of Learning Support Assistants, and HLTAs who also take on additional responsibilities within the school. We have an experienced SEND team who provide invaluable support for our children.
At St Andrews we are very proud of our inclusive, Christian ethos. We Believe in Friendship, Inspire Courage and Achieve Confidence.
Our last Ofsted inspection, in July 2023, judged our school as continuing to be Good in all areas. Whilst our website is very informative and will give you a flavour of our school, I would welcome visits to see the school in action.
I hope that you decide to apply for this position.
When you complete your application please address the areas in the person specification closely.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Katie Henson, Headteacher