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- Hourly Salary: £12.82 - £16, depending on experience
- Location: Hillingdon
- Job Type: Temporary (with potential for permanent from September or sooner)
- Working Hours: 30 - 36 hours per week (negotiable to suit candidate's needs), term time only, Monday to Friday starting at 8:30 AM with flexible hours across the week (to be agreed with the school)
- Start Date: ASAP
Join a supportive primary school in Hillingdon as a Welfare Assistant. This role is ideal for someone who is looking for a flexible working schedule and is interested in a temporary position with the potential to become permanent. The role involves supporting the well-being and educational journey of children during term time.
Day-to-day of the role:- Supervise students during non-classroom times including before and after school, and during lunch and recess.
- Assist in managing the general health and well-being of students.
- Administer first aid, manage medications, and maintain health records of students as needed.
- Support the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
- Be responsive to the varying needs of the children and collaborate with educational staff to support individual student needs.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging environment for all students.
- Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and other school staff regarding student welfare and behaviour as needed.
- Experience in a similar role within an educational setting is preferred but not essential.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A caring and understanding nature with the ability to relate well to children and adults.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work with varying schedules.
- First aid certification is advantageous.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Flexible working hours to suit personal circumstances.
- Opportunity for permanent employment from September or sooner.
- A rewarding role contributing to the welfare and development of children.
To apply for this Welfare Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
