Lunchtime Play Leader

Kilnwood Vale Primary School based in Horsham is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and flexible lunchtime assistant for a term-time permanent position. The successful candidate will be a friendly and reliable team member with an interest in working with children in our growing school. The role is varied and encompasses supporting all children (Nursery to KS2) during their lunch time, both in the dining room and at play.

About Kilnwood Vale Primary School

We are a new two form entry primary school which opened its doors to reception and nursery children for the first time in September 2019. Each year the school will increase its age range, adding an additional year group until it is an all through primary school in 2026.

We are proud of our school and the amazing facilities, inside and outside the classroom that will allow us to deliver our exciting and enriching curriculum.

We are happy to be a Free School within GLF Schools Multi Academy Trust, which sees us benefit from sharing outstanding resources, facilities and support from local primary and secondary schools since October 2010. We also believe in working closely with the local community to ensure school is a place where 'children grow, learn and flourish'.

What we are looking for

The right candidate will have:

• a proven ability to work on their own initiative.
• a keen eye for detail
• knowledge of kitchen health and safety
• a high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
• an alignment to a can-do culture.
• a commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.

At Kilnwood Vale you will have:

• The opportunity to work in a diverse, inclusive, vibrant and fast-growing community with excellent transport links
• A supportive senior management team and wider staff body within GLF Schools
• Recognition of previous school continuous service
• Excellent CPD opportunities 

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.

• Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Hours: 7.5 per week. Monday - Friday, 12.00 - 1.30pm, term time only (39 weeks including INSET days)

Salary: Associate 1, FTE £19,233

Pro-Rata'd Actual Salary: £3,447.09

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Date: TBC