Midday Support Assistant

Midday Assistant required to support pupils with Learning Difficulties and Complex Needs during their lunchtime break.

As a Midday Assistant you will join the team in supporting pupils with individual needs ie; feeding, engaging, supervising with assisted play and providing a safe and happy lunch.

To Start as soon as possible

Monday to Friday, 11.30am - 1.30pm (Option for additional hours being offered as a Teaching Assistant once experience is gained)

Term time only, paid hourly with additional holiday pay.

This Midday Assistant role would be perfect for someone wanting to gain further experience within a school setting.

Midday Assistant Role

• Assist the students to ensure a safe and happy lunchtime with 1-1 support
• Supervising the students individual needs whilst eating at mealtimes.
• Being mindful of the students dietary requirements and ensure they are adhered to accordingly.
• Monitor the behaviour of students, discouraging any negative behaviour in a positive way and ensuring any incidents are reported as appropriate.
• Happy to assist with personal care as and when needed.
• Good communication skills and able to work as part of a team.

This post is subject to vetting including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children.

If you are interested in this Midday Assistant role, please call or apply with your CV and a covering letter.

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children’ guidance and all staff are fully trained. All potential candidates will undergo rigorous compliance checks to ensure their suitability prior to any work offer.