WELFARE ASSISTANT

Location

Brabin's Endowed School, Longridge Road, Chipping, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 2QD (84 on roll)

Tel: 01995 61596
School website: www.brabinsendowed.co.uk/

Summary

We require an enthusiastic person to work with our children over the lunch time period at this friendly and welcoming school. The post is subject to satisfactory DBS clearance. The school and governors take the issue of safeguarding the pupils of the school seriously and to this end the successful candidate will be required to obtain enhanced clearance from the Disclosure Barring Service. The successful candidate will also be required to provide documentary proof of identity and qualifications.

We are looking for the following attributes:

Calm and positive attitude

Ability to be flexible;

Good team player

Ability to use initiative;

Good attitude and commitment to attendance;

Passionate about ensuring children have the very best lunch times.

Duties will include:

Supporting children with good dining habits;

Supervising play;

Promoting positive interactions and friendships;

Supporting the children to uphold our school values.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete an application form.

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.

Desirable Experience

Experience working in a school environment. 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Telephone Mrs Wallace: 01995 61596

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.