What skills and experience we're looking for
Thank you for your interest in applying for the role of Welfare Assistant at St John Vianney Catholic Primary School.
St. John Vianney Catholic Primary School & English Hub is seeking to appoint an inspirational staff member to join a team of dedicated staff working within the Our Catholic School. The governors of St John Vianney Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly committed and energetic person to join our team as a welfare assistant The successful candidate will be expected to work under the guidance of the leadership team, team leaders and class teachers.
We are looking for a person who:
▪ Supports us in delivering our Catholic ethos and mission throughout the school and the community.
▪ Can thrive in a busy, fast-changing environment.
▪ Is a positive thinker and solution focused.
▪ Is self- driven to achieve the best outcomes for our children and families. ▪ Has excellent communication skills.
▪ Be able to deliver a rich, well-balanced learning and play experience
▪ Have high expectations of children’s achievement, attainment, behaviour and attitudes
▪ Have a positive outlook and keen to contribute to the success of our school
Closing date for applications: Friday 4th April 2025 - midday
Shortlisting date: Friday 4th April 2024
Interview date: Friday 11th April 2025
Post Details
Grade: NJC pay Grade A – scale point 2
Salary: £23,656.00 (pro rata) with a Living Wage Supplement to pay the current Foundation Living Wage of £12.60 per hour
Contract: Fixed Term until 31/8/2025 with the possibility of extending the term
Hours: 5 per week, Term Time only
Start Date: As soon as possible
Please refer to the application pack for further details.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
- A commitment to promoting staff well being.
- Polite, well-behaved children that are Sincere, Joyous and Virtuous.
- High quality bespoke CPD
- Supportive, collaborative and inclusive teamwork
Our school offers a range of professional development opportunities for the successful candidates.
If you are looking for a position to make a difference to the young people and their families within our community, we would welcome an application.
Commitment to safeguarding
BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to: ● DBS ● Medical clearance ● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number. ● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children. ● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures. ● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out. For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.