Job Introduction
Haselworth Primary School is a small school in the heart of Gosport, with a caring and supportive ethos. We have happy children, who are eager to learn.
We are seeking to appoint a caring, talented individual who shares our passion for providing the best experience possible for our children. The role of the Breakfast Club Assistant, working as part of a highly valued team, is to provide a safe, healthy and welcoming environment for children to enjoy their breakfast and ensure a positive start to their day. Other duties include leading activities such as games and ball games and support children to eat well and play well throughout the breakfast time. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, reliable and keen to support the school, giving our children enjoyable lunch and play experiences.
We also have a position available for a Midday Supervisory Assistant. Applicants are welcome to apply for both if it is of interest.
Duties will include:
- Supervising children in the school hall and when playing outside on the playground, encouraging positive play and listening to children
- Using restorative and positive approaches in promoting and managing positive behaviours, attitudes and relationships
- Administrating simple first aid (training will be given to the right applicant)
- Ensuring that children are safe from harm, spotting the signs of harm and following the school's safeguarding procedures in recording and reporting concerns (training will be given)
- Being aware of health and safety to ensure a safe environment for all
The successful candidate will need to:
- Be part of a team, Communicate positively with children and other adults
- Have a willingness to lead and show initiative
- Have an optimistic outlook and a sense of humor.
- Enjoy working with children and small teams of adults
- Reliable and be a good timekeeper
- Support children whilst they eat their lunch and promote healthy eating
- Be reliable and consistent in promoting good behaviour and the values of the school
- Ensure the safety and welfare of children at all times
- Show empathy and positivity in working with our children, using positive and restorative approaches to promoting positive behaviours, attitudes, play and relationships
In return, we can offer you:
- Happy children who love learning
- Committed staff and governors
- A small school with a family feel
- Excellent CPD opportunities and support
- A school where children are at the heart of learning
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.