Details:
- Salary: £13 - 16 - Hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Havering Greater London
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Looking to recruit a Midday Support Assistant to play a vital role in ensuring students are safe, supported, and engaged during the lunchtime period.
For this role you will work under the direction of the Post 16 Campus leadership team and support students with Learning Difficulties to access lunch, social activities and unstructured time in a positive and inclusive way.
This Midday Support Assistant role would be suited to individuals who are calm, caring, and confident supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Midday Support Role:
* Supervise and support students during lunch breaks, including dining areas, social spaces, and outdoor areas
* Assist students with eating and drinking where appropriate, promoting independence and dignity
* Support positive behaviour and social interaction in line with policies
* Provide reassurance and guidance to students who may become anxious or dysregulated
* Ensure students’ safety at all times during the midday period
* Follow individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
* Report any concerns, incidents, or accidents promptly to senior staff
* Support personal care needs if required, in line with training and procedures
If you are interested in our Midday Support Assistant role, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter.
This post is subject to a face-to-face interview, vetting checks including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children.
We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We adhere to ‘Safer Recruitment of Children’ guidance and all staff are fully trained.
Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer