Job Description

Whitmore Primary School and Nursery has an exciting opportunity for Midday Assistant's to join the team asap.

The working hours are for 1 hour 15 minutes per day 11:55am to 1:10pm Monday to Friday, term time only for 38 weeks per year.

Salary Scale 2, Point 3 (Range 3-4) Actual Salary: £3,308 per annum (April 2024 Payrise pending) includes paid annual leave which must be taken in school closure periods).

Applications close: Midday on Monday 9th September 2024. Interview date: To be confirmed.

School

Whitmore Primary School and Nursery is a growing and supportive school in the local community. We are one of ten schools that form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.

We are looking for a person who:

· can provide care for children during their lunch hour, involving playing games, supervising the hall and providing minor first aid if needed
· is an enthusiastic, hardworking and dependable team member
· has high expectations of the children and themselves with a passion for raising standards and attainment
· works well as part of a team and has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice

We can offer you:

· a well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff
· a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
· a commitment to continued professional development
· access to our Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families

Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.

Application

We welcome visits to our school which can be arranged by contacting the school office on admin@whitmore-pri.essex.sch.uk or 01268 520435.

Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Information about the School

Whitmore Primary School and Nursery is a growing and supportive school in the local community, located in Whitmore Way, Basildon. We are one of seven schools that form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.