O.P.A.L. (OUTDOOR PLAY AND LEARNING) TEAM LEADER

Location

Carr Head Primary School, Poulton-le-fylde, Carr Head Lane, Poulton-le-fylde, FY6 8JB (203 on roll)

Tel: 01253 883558
School website: www.carrhead.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

We are looking for an OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Lead.  OPAL is a mentor supported school improvement planning programme that addresses all areas that a school must plan for if they want to sustainably improve the quality of play. 

Training will be provided for the successful candidate. 

Under the general direction of the Play Coordinator / Headteacher, the OPAL Team Leader will be responsible for supervising and providing a stimulating outdoor play environment for children at lunchtimes.  The OPAL Team Leader will devise and deliver play activities appropriate to the age and individual needs of children which reflect the Play work Principles and lead on the delivery of the programme at lunchtimes working with the team of Play Leaders / Welfare Staff

We can offer:

Delightful children who are articulate, enthusiastic and kind.

An inclusive school where ‘pupils, including disadvantaged pupils, and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), benefit from an ambitious curriculum.’ ‘Disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND access the same curriculum as their peers and they achieve well.’ (OFSTED 2021)

Strong relationships with parents, carers and the wider community.

A caring, dedicated and creative staff team.

A supportive and effective Governing Body.

Opportunities for personal and professional development.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that this vacancy closes at Noon on the 27/05/2024

Essential Qualifications

No essential qualifications required

Desirable Qualifications

NVQ level 2 or above qualification –appropriate to the post (or equivalent)

First Aid Training

Essential Experience

Experience of working with or caring for children

Ability to relate well to children

Ability to lead / work as part of a team

Good communication skills

Desirable Experience

Experience of working with children in a primary school environment

Can demonstrate an understanding of the Play work Principles

For an informal discussion please contact:

For further information about the post, please contact Mrs. Nicholson (Headteacher) at the school.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.