Job Description
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We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive, organised and reliable person who will enjoy the challenges and rewards of working with children. Our Midday Assistants act as part of a team to create a positive happy and secure environment in our playgrounds, dining hall and the school building at lunchtime.
Hours: 11.45- 13.15, Monday to Friday term time only
Scale 2, Points 2-3 (£24,027 to £24,404 FTE)
Duties will include:
• supervising children in the lunch hall, classrooms and the playground
• leading games with the children
• preparing the dinner hall for lunch and clear away afterwards
• encouraging healthy eating
• administering first aid if required
• interacting with children to encourage good social skills
We can offer you:
• A friendly, welcoming school
• Committed staff working within a team ethos
• Happy, motivated and enthusiastic children
• A family atmosphere with strong community links
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate checks and clearances.
Information about the School
Doddinghurst Infant school is situated in a small village which is positioned on the outskirts of the main town of Brentwood. We believe that education is an adventure for all, where we can celebrate our success and rise to new challenges. It is essential that we enable every child at Doddinghurst Infant School to develop their skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm for leaning together with their social, physical and emotional well-being. We have an extremely talented and committed staff team and governing body who work closely with parents and carers to provide a high quality education for every child.