2 X LUNCHTIME WELFARE ASSISTANT VACANCIES

Location

CHORLEY THE PARISH OF ST LAURENCE CE PRIMARY SCHOOL, PR7 1RB (212 on roll)
Highfield Road South
Tel: 01257 262940
School website: www.st-laurence.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

We are seeking to appoint 2 friendly, energetic, enthusiastic and hardworking Welfare Assistants (6.25 hrs)  to join our happy Christian school and make an outstanding contribution to our workforce.   6.25 hours a week Pro Rata 11:50am - 1:05pm Monday –Friday The hours are term time only You will need to play an active role in all aspects of school life and support the Christian ethos of our school. 

Key skills and qualities needed are:

An ability to work as a team

Build professional relationships

Liaise with teachers to support pupils

Go the extra mile

Be energetic, positive and have a good sense of humour.

Have knowledge of or be willing to learn about safeguarding, behaviour, pastoral support and relevant policies and procedures.

Be caring and kind but also able to be firm

Be committed to our positive, inclusive and creative ethos

Ensure that all children and their families are at the centre of their education

Keen to develop exciting opportunities for all children

Committed to their own professional development to benefit children's learning and progress

Care passionately for all our children, no matter what their barriers are or challenges they bring into school. 

We can offer:

delightful and polite children who are keen to learn 

hard working, caring and committed staff 

supportive team

a warm, friendly school, where children are at the heart of what we do and have the chance to make a real difference

Please note that the requirement to have a faith reference is desirable only. 

Closing date for applications: Friday 10th January 2025 at 12 noon 

Interviews: TBA

For an informal discussion please contact: Mrs Marquis Headteacher on 01257 262940

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

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The closing date is 12 noon 10/01/2025

Desirable Qualifications

Child Care Qualifications

First Aid Qualifications

Essential Experience

Experience of working with children

Desirable Experience

Experience of working with children in an educational setting

For an informal discussion please contact:

Emma Marquis 01257 262940

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.