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LanghamPrimary Academy, part of Canonium Learning Trust, is seeking to appoint a Mid Day Assistant to join our dedicated team of lunchtime support staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting our students during lunchtime and ensuring their safety and well-being.
Responsibilities:
Supervising students during lunchtime and ensuring their safety and well-being
Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting the school's values
Assisting with the set-up and clearing away of lunchtime equipment and facilities
Providing basic first aid if required
Liaising with other members of staff and parents if necessary
Requirements:
Previous experience working with children
A friendly and approachable manner
The ability to work well as part of a team
A commitment to promoting the school's values and ethos
A willingness to undertake any necessary training
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references - one of which must be in relation to previous experience (either employed or voluntary) working with children.
The position is for6.25 hours per week(11.45am - 1.00pm Monday to Friday) working term-time only (38 weeks per year).
FTE salary £24,796 / Actual salary£3,494.44
Information about the School
With 95 pupils on roll, we are a small school with big ambitions for our children. Every child is known by every member of staff, and behaviour is excellent.
The village of Langham is in the beautiful Dedham Vale area, just to the North East of Colchester and we are within easy reach of the A12. The school is part of a thriving cluster of small schools, with which we work closely to promote wider opportunities for our pupils and provide development for our staff.
We have four classes: Class 1(Reception and Year 1); Class 2 (Year 2); Class 3 (Years 3 & 4); Class 4 (Years 5 & 6)
We have recently joined the Canonium Learning Trust - a dynamic and supportive trust that prioritises collaboration, professional development, and exceptional outcomes for children. This partnership is key to our vision for the school as we continue to grow and thrive.
At Langham, we are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and ambitious environment for our pupils and staff alike. As a teacher in our school, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our students, be part of a supportive team, and contribute to the development of an exciting new era for our school community.