Job Description

Kelvedon St Mary's Primary Academy, which is 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 for 10 hours per week (11.45am - 1.45pm Monday to Friday) working term-time only (38 weeks per year).

The hourly rate starts from £11.79 per hour.

Information about the School

Kelvedon St Mary’s CofE Primary Academy, part of Canonium Learning Trust, is a 2-form entry primary Church of England school located in the heart of Kelvedon - a small town in mid Essex.

The school has a rich history of providing outstanding education to its students, and is committed to the values of the Church of England in everything it does.

The school has a Nursery and Autism Support Centre, and as the founding school of Canonium Learning Trust, hosts the Trust's central services team.

Influenced by the Church of England’s vision to educate for ‘life in all its fullness‘ (John 10:10), our focus on wisdom prioritises the spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional, moral and social development of our children. We aim to inspire wisdom with a golden thread of deep knowledge, critical thinking, strong communication and exciting learning opportunities running consistently throughout our curriculum.

Ultimately, we want our pupils to leave our academy as knowledgeable, thoughtful and articulate individuals, who are equipped with the cultural capital to thrive in our evolving world and society. By working together, we ensure our pupils are supported and challenge to nurture a keen mind, a willingness to question and the ability to make right choices, so that they are prepared for secondary school and beyond.

As a proud Church of England school, our vision and all that we do is underpinned by our core and Christian values:

Respect and reverence – we have regard for the feelings, wishes and rights of others Caring and compassion – we display kindness and concern for others Cooperation and service – we work together Perseverance and endurance – we keep going until we achieve success Honesty and virtue – we tell the truth Responsibility and trust – we are accountable for all our actions

Our staff team and I would be delighted to welcome you and look forward to sharing what makes our school unique.

Lois Osborne, CEO