Position Available: Lunchtime Assistant
Location: Bournemouth
Start Date: October 2024 start
Hours: 6.25 hours per week (term-time only)
Contract Type: Initially fixed-term
GSL Education is supporting a nurturing primary school in Bournemouth to find a Lunchtime Assistant to help support the organisation and smooth running of lunchtimes. This role is essential in creating a positive lunchtime experience for pupils, supporting their social development, and ensuring a safe, structured environment where pupils can eat and interact with their peers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise pupils during lunch, promoting healthy eating habits and positive interactions.
* Monitor outdoor activities, encouraging positive play in the playground.
* Oversee indoor activities in classrooms when wet weather occurs.
* Assist with the cleaning and clearing of the hall after lunch.
* Work collaboratively with other staff members to ensure positive behaviour is being consistently promoted.
About the School:
The primary school focuses on nurturing the whole child by fostering spiritual, cognitive, emotional, and physical development. The school is committed to inclusivity, ensuring all students feel valued and supported as they strive to reach their full potential.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Previous experience working with children in an educational or care setting.
* A positive and supportive attitude, with the ability to promote safe and structured play.
* The skills to maintain a safe and engaging environment for pupils.
Requirements:
* The right to work in the UK.
* An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years with two relevant references from the last 2 years.
* A DBS registered with the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one with GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information, please contact Susie Beveridge at GSL Education. To work with GSL Education on the role of Lunchtime Assistant, please apply via the application link.
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