Lunchtime Playleader

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust; Chatham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education trust is seeking a Lunchtime Play Leader at New Horizons Children’s Academy in Chatham. This role involves supervising pupils during lunchtime, engaging them in play, and ensuring their safety. Candidates must be willing to maintain good behaviour standards and support the welfare of children. The position offers flexible hours and the chance to contribute positively to the school environment. If you're keen on working with children and being part of a committed team, apply now!

Benefits

Career Development opportunities

Health and Wellbeing support

Employee Recognition programmes

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise and engage children during lunchtime.
• Willingness to maintain safety and behaviour standards.
• Commitment to contributing to a supportive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils outside in the dining areas.
• Assist with ancillary duties like cleaning.
• Provide welfare support to pupils, including first aid.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive solutions seeking

First aid

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking to appoint a Lunchtime Play Leader at New Horizons Children’s Academy to stimulate and engage our children in exciting play and games at lunchtime whilst maintaining their safety. A willingness to work as part of a team and seek positive solutions is essential.

Hours are either 11.30 – 13.00 or 11.50 – 13.20, Monday to Friday

The successful candidate will supervise pupils outside in the dining areas, ensuring good standards of behaviour by following the School’s Behaviour Management Policy. The Lunchtime Playleader will assist with associated ancillary duties (e.g. cleaning up spillages, ensuring tables are clean, etc). They will provide welfare support to the pupils, including undertaking first aid duties (depending on training) and will ensure School security regulations are upheld.

At the discretion of the school, the Lunchtime Playleader may be required to work between 1-5 INSET days per an academic year, to complete additional training and safeguarding update, which may sometimes be outside of school hours.

About Us

New Horizons Children\'s Academy is a "Good" school (Ofsted May 2022) with a three-form entry that teaches over 600 children from the local community. Our aim is to provide an education that meets the needs of all our children and we expect high standards of behaviour and a positive attitude to learning. Staff share this passion and are role models for our pupils with their diligence and commitment. In turn, our staff are supported with a framework that aims to bring the best out of them, within an environment that encourages reflection and self-improvement.

There is an ongoing training programme in place, aimed at the development of expertise in a range of cognitive tools, strategies and resources for established and newly appointed staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our contemporary school and join our Trust. You will work with modern facilities and grasp the opportunity to influence and shape the vision of our Academy.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

What our Trust will offer you:

• Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships at every level, we provide clear pathways for progression and exciting promotional opportunities across regions.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers. Enjoy reduced membership fees at our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes.
• Employee Recognition: Refer a Friend and TSAT Staff Recognition Programme.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in working at our friendly school, benefiting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

To arrange an informal chat with the line manager or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Georgina Spratt on [e-mail]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates. If you have any questions regarding this process, please email [e-mail]