Hazeldene school is a nurturing, forward-looking school where each child is cared for, challenged and inspired to reach their full potential.

Join our vibrant community, where we prioritise the holistic development of every child, fostering an environment where they are cared for, challenged, and inspired to excel.

Midday Supervisory Assistant

Contract:           Part time, Permanent
                                 Monday to Friday 12noon to 1.30pm
                                 7.5 hours per week term time only plus training days

Salary:                  NJC 1D (points 2-3)

Closing date:    10am on Thursday 24th April 2025

Start:                     As soon as possible

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children? Do you thrive in a supportive and dynamic educational environment? If so, we invite you to join our team at Hazeldene School

About Us

At Hazeldene School, we believe in nurturing the potential of every child. Located in a forward-thinking and supportive community, we prioritize the holistic development of our students, ensuring they are cared for, challenged, and inspired to excel. With a dedicated team of educators and a commitment to fostering a love for learning, Hazeldene School is an exciting place to be.

The Role

We are looking for Midday Supervisors to join our friendly and supportive team to help improve and extend the opportunities available for our children at lunchtimes.  The ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate an enthusiastic and proactive attitude to supporting and encouraging our children to be the very best they can be.  You will need to be:

• able to identify children that might need extra support to make new friends and join in games
• able to help with the domestic duties included in the daily setting up and running of a dining hall and playground environment
• calm, patient and professional
• able to model and promote good standards of communication
• organised, reliable and efficient.

Requirements

Good communication skills/approachable and sensitive.

Active listening skills

Enthusiastic approach to working within a team to support children during lunchtime.

Ability to respond quickly and effectively to issues that arise

Caring and understanding approach.

Ability to use own initiative.

Previous experience of working in a school environment is desirable but not essential.   

Why Join Us

• Join a supportive and passionate team dedicated to the success and well-being of every child.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
• Embrace an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Be part of an exciting community offering fresh perspectives and opportunities for growth.

This opportunity comes at an exciting time as we have a new headteacher, injecting fresh energy and perspectives into our school community. By joining us, you'll become part of a supportive team united in their commitment to nurturing a passion for learning among our students, empowering them to reach their highest potential and aspire for greatness.

So if you are looking to start your career in school, this is a wonderful opportunity to start work in a school, many of our previous MDS’ have gone on to become Teaching Assistants in school.   

Or maybe you are winding down to retire and still want to work a few hours a week. 

Whatever your situation, we’d love to hear from you, so apply now and take the next step to becoming part of the Hazeldene School team. 

We warmly welcome visits to our school, where you can experience our vibrant community first-hand and learn more about the role. To arrange a visit or for any enquiries, please contact the School Office on 01234 300100 or email hr@hazeldeneschool.co.uk.

Join us at Hazeldene School and be part of a team committed to nurturing the potential of every child. Together, let's inspire learning and empower futures.

We reserve the right to close any vacancy and appoint earlier than the stated closing date should a suitable candidate apply.

Hazeldene School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.  By applying you acknowledge that such searches will be conducted as part of the shortlisting process.

Hazeldene School are committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.