Bank Staff Msa - Swaffham, United Kingdom - Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust

Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust

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Swaffham, United Kingdom

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Description

Swaffham C of E Primary Academy

Brandon Road

Swaffham

Norfolk

PE37 7EA

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Salary: Scale B, Point 2 - £10.

59 per hour:

Permanent:

Variable hours (up to 7.

5 a week):

Term Time + 1 week per year:

Start Date:
As soon as possible
We have an exciting opportunity to expand our team of Midday Supervisory Assistants.

Lunchtime is an important part of every pupil's day and should be something they look forward to It is their opportunity to explore their friendships and develop social skills as well as enjoying a meal with their peers.

We recognise that the role our MSAs play in supporting our pupils at lunchtime is crucial in ensuring every pupil has a positive experience, has fun and is then able to feel relaxed and ready to learn for their afternoon lessons.

We are looking for a positive, inspirational person who is passionate about ensuring our children have an enjoyable lunchtime experience to join our team to cover as and when needed.

If you would like to be part of our great team, we would love to hear from you.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

supporting pupils to engage with play and social interaction, talking through their ideas, opinions and feelings

- supporting pupils with good table manners and to enjoy a nourishing lunch
- be a positive role model and consistently support pupils' growth and development of life skills
- promoting independence and resilience for every pupil
- ensuring the safety and well-being of pupils during the lunch break
- following school policies and procedures while in play areas or during wet play times in class
- following our covid risk assessment
- assisting to set up and tidy away for lunch time

We are looking for someone who:

can relate to children well and enjoys organising play activities to engage every child

- is well motivated with a calm manner
- has a positive attitude and is keen to help every pupil have an enjoyable lunchtime
- has the ability to work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues
- holds positive mental health and wellbeing at the heart of all they do
- understands the integral part lunchtime plays in a pupil's school day

Swaffham CE Primary Academy is part of Diocese of Norwich Educational and Academies Trust (DNEAT). We are a friendly school situated in the growing market town of Swaffham and currently have 221 children on roll from Reception to Year 6. Ofsted recognised (March 2018) that we are a 'good' school.

We can offer:

- a friendly, welcoming, enthusiastic and committed staff team
- fantastic children who are keen to learn
- commitment to CPD and professional development.
- the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment both within the academy and also as part of DNEAT which includes institutions from primary through to further education
- a happy and positive working environment

Culture and ethos:

Proactively promote and demonstrate the Diocese's vision and values in all aspects of work
Challenge, motivate and empower others to set high aspirations and attain ambitious outcomes
Treat everyone as a valued individual who is loved by God
Promote and demonstrate a culture of continuous improvement which includes keeping abreast of educational developments and best management practice
Work collaboratively developing the concept of family across the Trusts and their academies
Ensure regular open and honest communication in all professional duties
Recognise the importance of serving the wider community and promoting inclusivity.
Undertake such other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade.

The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this job specification are indicative and may vary over time.

Postholders are expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and scope of the post and the grade has been established on this basis.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to book an appointment or speak with the Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher.

How to Apply
A job description and person specification are available from 'Attachments'.

Closing date: 18 April 2023, 9am

Interview date: 21 April 2023

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required._
This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations_