Extended Provision Assistant (Fixed Term)
We are seeking an Extended Provision Assistant (fixed term).
We are a caring, welcoming, safe place where children can develop their confidence and abilities, achieving their full potential in both academic and social, emotional areas. We are proud that our children are happy, hard-working and polite, and emphasis is placed on each child’s individuality and the contributions they make to the life of our school. Respect for each other and the environment is encouraged, and a warm, friendly atmosphere between all members of our school community is fostered.
The role is to assist the Extended Provision Leader in supervising children attending the provision, providing appropriate activities, encouraging cooperation, securing their safety, monitoring well-being and ensuring good behaviour.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Supervise children in collecting food, being seated, clearing away crockery, moving to activities, in activity area and/or playground as appropriate.
- Help organise play and art activities, reading and homework support.
- Establish good relationships with children; interact positively with children, encouraging cooperation and mutual support; monitor children’s well-being and readiness for class; provide help and support to children.
- Encourage good behaviour by using praise and reward and taking action with poor behaviour in line with school policy.
- Assist in planning and preparing activities to ensure the quality standards agreed are met.
- Promote the importance of the extended provision and its impact on learning and on pupils’ attitude towards school.
- Consider the needs of pupils in all decisions about the club.
- Anticipate pupils needs and makes suggestions to support them.
- Maintain a register of children attending.
- Control access to other parts of the school, administer any necessary basic first aid, record all injuries in the accident book, and ensure children understand action required in case of fire.
- Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
- Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
- To assist the Extended Provision Leader in supervising children attending the provision, providing appropriate activities, encouraging cooperation, securing their safety, monitoring well-being and ensuring good behaviour.
For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact enquiries@eastravendale.laat.co.uk
To apply please go to https://thelaat.co.uk/opportunities/
Closing date: 03/02/25.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.