Job Description

Extended Services Education Assistant
Merrydale Junior School
Grade 5 Pay Point 7-8 (25,191 - 25,590 , approx starting salary 14,562.58)
25 hours a week, 39 weeks per year
Permanent
Monday to Friday 07:00 - 09:00 & 15:00 - 18:00
Merrydale Junior School is a very special place. Visitors often comment positively on the children's warm welcome, their enthusiasm and also on staff's commitment and dedication. We understand the power of education and take very seriously our duty to give children the best start in life.
At Merrydale we aim to provide a safe, caring learning environment for all working together with you as families and the community whilst delivering a broad, balanced and creative curriculum celebrating the diversity of our world.
Our school motto is 'Be the Best You Can Be' and we strive to embed this attitude in all aspects of our school -adults and children alike.
Our Achievements to date
Rated Ofsted 'Good' October 2019 Anti-Bullying Award
Digital School House
Platinum School Games Mark
Microsoft Showcase School
Tiny Forest Member
Girls County Cricket Finalists 2022 and 2023
'Working with a number of subject specialists across the trust has allowed me, as an early career teacher, to gain access to a number of opportunities, training and support in the starting years of my career, helping me to become the best I can be at Merrydale.' - Class Teacher
Main Duties and responsibilities:

• To maintain a duty of care for all children that attend the Extended Services wrap Around Care

• To establish and maintain positive relationships with children and Extended Services provision teams.

• To maintain communication with the Extended Services Support Lead, and Deputy Lead.

• To provide care and encouragement to children and young people with disabilities or special educational needs, supporting them to participate in activities and liaising, if required, with parents / carers / other professionals as appropriate.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Ideal candidates will have experience of working with children and be committed to providing our pupils with a safe and enjoyable childcare environment.
• Experience of working with children in a play, childcare or out of school setting is essential.

• Level 2 NVQ or CACHE or working towards is desirable.

• Ability to create and inspirational and stimulating child centred play and care environment.
• Excellent communication (written & oral) and interaction skills with child, parents and colleagues

Please refer to the and Person Specification attached to support with your application.
What we offer:

• Flexible working options
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• Free car parking
• Annual incremental pay increases with the pay scale range
• A defined benefit pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme - EAP
• Employee self-service portal
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts
• Dental support
• Gym discount
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
• Excellent opportunities for personal and career development

More about Discovery Schools Trust:
Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.
Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.
Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.
While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.

Skills Required