About the role
We require an enthusiastic, hard-working, self-motivated lunch time assistant to join our team as soon as possible, working 7.5 hrs per week, Monday to Friday 11:45am to 1:15pm.
Role Overview: We are seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Lunchtime Assistant to bring energy, play, and positive supervision to our pupils during their midday break.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promoting an inspiring lunchtime: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and enjoyable playground atmosphere where every pupil feels valued and safe.
- Organising games & activities: Leading dynamic games, sports, and creative play opportunities to keep children active and meaningfully engaged. Working with our Year 5/6 play leaders to encourage active play during our lunchtimes.
- Building positive relationships: Actively fostering strong friendships among children and acting as a warm, trusted presence on the school grounds.
- Supporting high standards of behaviour: Encouraging positive choices, resolving minor playground disputes, and effectively managing incidents in alignment with our Behaviour Policy.
- Providing first aid & welfare support: Delivering frontline first aid care and accurately recording incidents into our electronic logging system (a fully funded, one-day First Aid certification course will be provided upon post-appointment).
What are we looking for?
- Someone who relates exceptionally well to both children and staff with warmth, enthusiasm, and outstanding communication skills.
- A candidate who demonstrates a genuine passion for transforming lunchtimes into a rewarding, safe, and memorable part of the school day.
School Visits: Informal visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange a tour:
- Email: schooloffice@egremont.wirral.sch.uk
- Telephone: 0151 6385406
Safeguarding Notice: Egremont Primary School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Level DBS disclosure prior to commencement.
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