EYFS Learning Support Assistant (Outdoors)/Playground Supervisor

Wimbledon Common Prep School (WCPS) is a pre-preparatory school for 168 boys aged 4-7 years. 

We provide a well-structured education that aims to instil a love of learning in a friendly, welcoming and attractive environment. 

This role involves working as part of the Reception team, mainly in the outdoor classroom, making observations on the boys as they are involved in various activities and also supervising the boys during playtimes and lunchtimes. Applicants should be aware that the role involves working outside in all weathers. 

Duties include:

• Working in the outdoor classroom with groups of pupils as they take part in a variety of different activities 
• Making written and photographic observations of the pupils as they take part in activities 
• Playground supervision of pupils in Reception to Year 2 at break time and lunchtime 
• Assisting pupils who may be unwell and providing comfort and care for minor accidents in the playground 
• Helping with the putting up of classroom displays 
• Setting up and tidying the outdoor classroom before and after the morning session 
• Organising resources for the outdoor classroom 
• Liaising with staff on a daily basis about activities and organisation 
• Maintaining confidentiality according to school and legal requirements at all times 

Terms and Conditions:

• Monday to Friday, 10am to 2pm (20 hours per week)
• Term-time only (c. 34 weeks per annum), plus inset days 
• 20 days’ paid holiday plus English bank holidays (pro-rata) 
• Programme of health benefits 

A full job description and an application form are available from: http://wimbledoncommonprep.co.uk/vacancies

Closing date: noon on 8th May 2018 

Wimbledon Common Prep is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory references, medical clearance and proof of legal right to work in the UK.