Lunchtime Support Assistant Information for Applicants

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1 Lunchtime Support Assistant Information for Applicants The Rydal Academy Rydal Road Darlington DL1 4BH Tel: (01325)

2 Contents Welcome About us Advert Job Description Person Specification How to apply

3 Welcome Targeting potential, raising aspirations, achieving excellence Thank you for your interest in the roles we currently have available at The Rydal Academy. The Rydal Academy is a vibrant primary school which caters for pupils aged 3 to 11. The school is housed in an expansive building with a bright, purposeful learning environment. The school benefits from extensive grounds including a multi-use games area, nature garden, allotment, Early Years outdoor learning area, field, outdoor classroom and two playgrounds The whole school community is passionate about pupils enjoying and engaging in their learning while having the resilience and passion to succeed. We believe that every child has the right to the very best education. We want to give each child the opportunity and skills to improve themselves and contribute fully to their community. In return, we expect each child to work hard, be tolerant and show respect for others. We want whoever joins us, in whatever capacity, to feel that they belong to a happy, caring, hard working and proud school community. At The Rydal Academy pupils, staff, parents and carers are able to develop their skills and knowledge collaboratively through highly productive relationships between pupils, staff, parents and carers in an atmosphere of support, understanding and consistency. We endeavour to harness the attributes of everyone using a variety of approaches to teaching and learning. Accessing a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum which is extended by a range of extra-curricular opportunities we strive to foster a passion for learning and knowledge which leads to future opportunities. We celebrate achievement in all areas of academic and personal development no matter how large or small. We believe every member of our community can achieve anything they aim for with the correct encouragement, support and opportunity. We support this aim by providing a vibrant, well-resourced and organised environment which allows for optimal learning. As part of The Longfield Academy Trust we can access shared expertise, resources and create possibilities which significantly enhance our work towards these aims. In short, The Rydal Academy looks to provide the best possible experience for all stakeholders. We would encourage you to come and visit the school and see what we do. I look forward to receiving your application. John Armitage BEd (Hons) NPQH Headteacher

4 About us Longfield Academy Trust was established in 2011 and the Rydal Academy joined in Since joining the Trust the school has been on an upward trajectory and achieved a Good judgement by Ofsted in We are currently exploring working with SWIFT Academies, a newly formed multiacademy trust which has an outstanding local school at its heart. Through this we hope to strengthen our capacity for school improvement, improve our financial resilience and provide opportunities for further expansion, staff development and to share services. We believe that every pupil is entitled to the best education and should be given the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Regardless of background every pupil who comes to Rydal will have an exceptional educational experience which will meet their individual needs and abilities. To enable us to do this we require the best staff who are dedicated to the school and strive to achieve the best outcomes for our pupils. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

5 Advert Lunchtime Support Assistant Grade E ( 4,071 to 4,106 per annum) Part-time/Term-time only hours per week, 11.10am to 1.25pm Monday-Friday To commence February 2018 We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our team of Lunchtime Support Assistants. You will work as part of a team which supervises and ensures the safety and welfare of pupils over the lunch period. Duties will include serving meals to pupils and encouraging the development of social skills and good manners. To succeed in this role you will be able to engage pupils in a positive manner, have good oral communication skills and an understanding of basic food hygiene. Previous experience of working with children is also essential. For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mr J Armitage, Headteacher, The Rydal Academy, on (01325) Visits to the School are encouraged and can be arranged through the School Office on the number above.

6 Job description Job Title: Location: Salary: Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant The Rydal Academy Grade E Working Weeks: Aims of the Post: Main Responsibilities Term time only (38 weeks per annum) To supervise and secure the safety and welfare of pupils within the School over the lunch period To supervise pupils in the dining hall and across the school To assist with food service in the dining hall and ensure that pupils receive their chosen meals To encourage the development of social skills among the pupils i.e. eating properly, good manners To clean up spillages on tables and floors and clear food trays and cutlery To ensure good order and discipline within the policies of the School To encourage skills of self-discipline i.e. how to move around the School, socialising with others, by the use of positive rewards etc. To support the behaviour policy of the School by reinforcing acceptable behaviours in non-structured situations To ensure pupils eat in a socially acceptable manner To monitor behaviour in cloakroom (and toilet) areas To monitor movement around the School To assist with first aid, within the scope of the post-holder s training, and report all injuries ensuring pupils receive appropriate care and attention when sick or injured To report any problems regarding pupil behaviour to the Assistant Headteacher To safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils for whom you have responsibility and come into contact with, to include adhering to all specified procedures. To take reasonable care of one s own health and safety and that of others and informing relevant staff of any concerns with regard to health and safety Continued on next page

7 Job description To adhere to the policies and procedures of the school and Trust and ensure one s individual performance and actions comply with these To be informed about the financial basis of the operation of the school and to assist in seeking ways of deploying and maintaining resources to the maximum benefit of the pupils To supervise the use and care of the School fabric and equipment by the pupils and to ensure their adherence to relevant health and safety regulations This job description describes in general terms the normal duties which the postholder will be expected to undertake. The duties should not be considered as exhaustive and may vary or be added to from time to time without changing either the level of responsibility or the financial remuneration associated with this post. We are passionate about safeguarding the welfare of pupils and maximising their life chances. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.

8 Person specification Key A S R C D - Application Form including personal statement - Selection process including job specific occupational tests - Employment references - Certificates - Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Criminal Records Check Qualifications, Education and Training Essential/ Desirable Stage Identified 1. CACHE or equivalent childcare qualification D A, C 2. Current First Aid and Food Hygiene certificates D A, C Experience & Knowledge 3. Previous experience of working with primary age pupils in an educational or recreational environment 4. Knowledge of Health and Safety practices at work relating to spillages, trips and falls E D A, S, R A, S, R 5. Previous Lunchtime Support Assistant experience D A, R Skills 6. Ability to effectively communicate orally with colleagues and pupils 7. Ability to effectively manage pupil behaviour using a range of strategies E E A, S, R A, S, R 8. Ability to promote fairness and act as a positive role model to pupils E A, S, R 9. Ability to work both as part on a team and independently E A, S, R 10. Ability to form effective relationships with pupils and maintain appropriate boundaries E A, S, R, D 11. Ability to maintain confidentiality E A, S, R 12. Commitment to safeguarding children and suitability to work with pupils E A, S, R, D

9 How to apply Named Contact For further information or to discuss the posts please contact Mr J Armitage, Headteacher, The Rydal Academy, on (01325) Visits to the School can be arranged through the School Office on this number. Application Process To apply for this post please complete the Application Form - Support Staff and submit this to the HR Team. This can be done via or by post by the closing date. Application Forms are available to download from the Contact Us page on the our school website Alternatively, please contact the HR Team as below: By phone - (01325) By - recruitment@longfield-trust.co.uk By post - The HR Team, Longfield Academy Trust, Longfield Road, Darlington, DL3 0HT Please ensure that you refer to the Person Specification when writing your personal statement as the criteria contained in this will be used to compile the shortlist for interview.

10 How to apply Closing Date The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Monday, 22nd January, 2018 Interview Date The selection process will take place during week commencing 29th January, 2018 Interview Arrangements As part of the selection process you will be asked to attend an interview and will be invited to a trial session over a lunchtime. If you are shortlisted for this vacancy we will contact you by post to notify you of the interview arrangements. Please feel free to contact the HR Team at any time should you wish to enquire about the progress of your application. Pre-employment Vetting The successful candidate for this role will undergo a range of pre-employment vetting checks prior to appointment including enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children including barred list check, identity, qualifications, medical screening and satisfactory employment references.