Lunchtime Cover Assistant (SEND School) Location: Sutton, Greater London Hours: Monday to Friday, 11am – 2pm (Term Time Only). Start Date: Tuesday 1st September Salary: From £14.25 an hour Axcis are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Lunchtime Cover Assistant to join our dedicated team at our welcoming all-through Special Educational Needs (SEND) school in Sutton, Greater London. The school caters for pupils with a range of additional needs from primary through to secondary age in a wonderful environment with excellent facilities and a nurturing atmosphere. As a Lunchtime Cover Assistant, you will play an important role in ensuring pupils have a safe, enjoyable and positive lunchtime experience. Working closely with teaching and support staff, you will help supervise pupils, encourage independence and support positive behaviour throughout the school day. Key Responsibilities • Supervise pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall, playground and other designated areas. • Support pupils with eating, drinking and developing independent life skills where appropriate. • Encourage positive social interaction and inclusive play. • Support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism and communication needs. • Ensure the safety, wellbeing and happiness of all pupils during break and lunchtime periods. • Assist with transitions to and from lunch and support classroom staff when required. About You We're looking for someone who is: • Experienced supporting children with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs or complex learning needs. • Kind, patient and compassionate. • Calm, resilient and able to remain positive in a busy school environment. • A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. • Able to work effectively as part of a supportive team. • Previous experience working in a school, childcare or care setting is desirable. Why Axcis? • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people every day. • A rewarding referral scheme If you are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs Axcis would love to hear from you. INDLON <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Charlotte Carberry on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1046.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Charlotte Carberry&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1046</strong></strong>