Breakfast Club Supervisor

The Role

Required for September 2024 

‘Join our team of dedicated support staff and become an essential part of the educational journey of our pupils, ensuring their success and wellbeing.’  

About Pontefract Academies Trust 

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve.  Renowned for our commitment to excellence, the Trust has achieved remarkable success, with five of our primary schools ranking within the top 1% nationally for progress. Additionally, our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district.  In a testament to our dedication to educational excellence, De Lacy Primary School was recognised as an 'Outstanding' school across all categories by Ofsted in March 2024, underscoring our unwavering pursuit of high standards. 

About The Rookeries Junior, Infant and Nursery School: 

At The Rookeries Carleton J, I & N School, are dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the skills, values, and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing world. Our commitment to academic excellence is unwavering. Through evidence-based teaching methods and a rigorous curriculum, we ensure that every child reaches their full potential academically. We believe in the power of collaboration and actively engage with parents, guardians, and community partners to create a supportive network that enriches the educational experience of our students. Notably, The Rookeries Junior, Infant & Nursery School boasts outstanding achievements both locally and nationally. In 2023, our school excelled with 85% of pupils meeting or exceeding expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, positioning us within the top 1% of primary schools nationally for progress. We prioritise the holistic development of every child, nurturing their social, emotional, and personal growth. Through a wide range of extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, and our bespoke FLOURISH curriculum, we empower our pupils to become compassionate, resilient, and confident individuals who are ready to make a positive impact on the world. 

About the role 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Breakfast Club Supervisor to join The Rookeries Carleton Junior & Infant School. The candidate will be responsible for assisting and attending to pupils personal needs and providing general support in supervising and managing pupils at the extended school breakfast club.  

This is a 3.75 hours per week, term time only, permanent contract, equating to 190 working days per annum.  

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:  

• has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and pupils.  
• will make a difference in changing children’s life chances.  
• has the skills and abilities to support children of all abilities and personal needs.  
• can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.  
• has the ability to form effective relationships with pupils and parents/carers. 

What can we offer you?  

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:  

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities 
• Generous employer pension (Teachers Pension and West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS). 
• Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays).  
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance.  
• Cycle to work scheme.  
• Discounted gym membership  
• Free eyecare via Specsavers 
• Childcare vouchers 
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters). 
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2 
• Free flu vaccinations. 

Next steps:   

Please click here to view our 2022 – 2025 Trust Strategic Plan, or click here to access The Rookeries Junior, Infant and Nursery School website.  

We're always thrilled to connect with potential applicants before interviews. If you're curious to learn more or would like to experience the warmth of our wonderful school through a visit, please feel free to reach out at recruitment@rookeries.patrust.org.uk or give us a call on 01977 600368.   

Please click here  to access our website and submit your application on our Face-Ed system no later than 10:00am on Friday 5th July 2024.  

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe.  

We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form. 

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