Lunchtime Assistant

Vacancy - Lunchtime Assistant - Townfield Primary School
Grade 1 Scale Point 3.
The actual salary will be pro rata to reflect the part time nature of the role.
Hours: 11:30am - 1:30pm Mon - Fri term-time only (10 hours/week)
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

Townfield Primary School is looking to appoint an energetic and creative Lunchtime Assistant to join our team. We are looking for someone who understands that lunchtime isnt just a break from lessonsit is a vital part of a childs social and physical development.

The primary focus of this role is to be a proactive Play-Leader providing a safe stimulating and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to explore imagine and stay active.

Key Responsibilities & Play Focus:

Active Engagement: Facilitate and lead a variety of play opportunities from traditional playground games to creative child-led imaginative play.
Safety & Inclusion: Support children ensuring their safety and access to all activities promoting the inclusion and acceptance of every pupil.
The Play Environment: Support the preparation of play zones and activities that suit a range of needs ensuring equipment is varied and engaging.
Positive Interaction: Encourage children to interact negotiate and build friendships through play stepping in to facilitate rather than just police.
Social Mealtimes: Ensure that mealtimes are a time of pleasant social sharing and model positive social behavior.
Hygiene & Standards: Maintain clean and hygienic standards including daily cleaning rotas and clearing/cleaning tables and the hall at the end of lunch.
Risk-Benefit Balance: Support children in experiencing positive risk in their play helping them build confidence and resilience in a supervised environment.
The Successful Candidate Will:
Have a genuine play-first mindset and the energy to get involved in outdoor activities.
Be able to adapt play styles to meet the individual needs and interests of our children.
Be a vigilant champion for safeguarding and child welfare.

Rainbow Education Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children and promoting childrens welfare. This post is subject to all the relevant pre-employment checks set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education including an enhanced DBS certificate with a barred - list check and online searches.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this post. Please complete an application form and equal opportunities form and return to or hand into the school office.
Closing Date/Shortlisting: Friday 5th June - 9am Interview Date: Wednesday 10th June