Midday Assistant

Lion Academy Trust, Leyton, E10 6EJ

26 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  August

• Closing date

  22 August 2024 at 3pm

• Date listed

  22 July 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, term time: 6 hours 40 minutes per week, Term Time Only plus Inset Days
• Contract type: Permanent
• Actual salary: £3,468.20

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a Midday Assistant to join part of the founding team at Limebrook Primary School and Nursery as we open a brand-new school in Maldon for a September 2024 intake.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, strong communication and interpersonal skills, have the ability to manage and engage groups of children.

At the heart of the Lion Academy Trust is our belief that School sets children up for life. We want to recruit staff that engage and inspire both pupils and colleagues. Ideal candidates will be resilient, hardworking and willing to go the extra mile to ensure that our provision is 'Good or better, everyday’

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and ensure the safety of children during lunchtime and playtime.
• Assist with serving meals and helping children with their lunches
• Encourage positive social interactions and inclusive play.
• Support classroom staff with transitioning children to and from the dining area.
• Maintain a clean and organised environment in the dining and play areas.

What the school offers its staff

In addition to the opportunity to work with highly rewarding children we can offer you:

• Cycle to work, technology and home, or car lease salary sacrifice schemes
• Perks at Work exclusive rewards and discounts programme
• Employee Assistance programme for you and your immediate family
• A vibrant and rapidly improving school with rewards and opportunities for motivated and committed individuals
• Enthusiastic, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling
• A dynamic, dedicated team of teachers and support staff who want the best for their children
• Unlimited access to CPD and career development through providers such as The National College and The Key.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

The Trust/School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and people, and the successful applicant must provide satisfactory references and will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, along with all relevant safeguarding checks.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will receive the Safeguarding Policy that outlines the duties and responsibilities of the employer and all employees.

Applying for the job

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About Lion Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Lion Academy Trust website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@lionacademytrust.net
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lion-academy-trust (opens in new tab)

Dear Candidate,

Thank you for taking the time to look at roles at the Lion Academy Trust. I am extremely proud of what our teams do on a daily basis - from teaching in classes that cater for the broadest range of needs and abilities through to the support teams that make sure that everything runs smoothly and ensures that our pupils, staff and visitors experience the very best of what primary-phase education can offer.

By seeking to engage with the Trust in applying for a new role, I would encourage you to explore our websites, social media feeds and where possible, speak to our staff about working for the Lion Academy Trust. We have high standards and expectations and work hard to make sure every pupil is afforded the education they deserve - but we cherish the staff we have and work as hard to ensure that we support and develop all our teams to achieve their full potential.

You will find all the details you need in the materials provided for each role. If you are looking for an employer that will match and exceed your ambition to positively change the lives of the pupils and communities we serve, then the Lion Academy Trust may well be the employer for you.

Good luck on your journey to finding the right job and the next steps in your career.

Justin James,
Chief Executive Officer

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