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Cross in Hand is a happy and successful Church of England Primary School in Heathfield, East Sussex.  We have genuinely lovely children, supportive parents and a great team of staff.  Our academic results are good, but we also develop the ‘Whole Child’, so we value the creative arts and sport too – we even have our own swimming pool!

Within a Christian environment, we aim to provide a beacon of light to guide children on their journey through life, equipping them with the values which will lay the foundations for future development.

Every adult is committed to being inspirational; sharing their knowledge, interest and passions; creating life-long learners who are confident to explore, navigate and develop their understanding of the world around them.

Here are current job vacancies to join our fantastic team at Cross in Hand...

Afterschool Club Assistant

We are looking for a creative, efficient and enthusiastic assistant to deliver activities for children between the ages of 4 and 11 in our thriving After School Club.  We have various shifts available, which are all Monday to Friday term time only:

·         15.15 to 16.30

·         15.15 to 17.15

·         15.00 to 18.00

The role entails welcoming and registering the children, implementing activities and games inside and outside, supporting the children, and maintaining the resources and the organisation of the club room.

Duties and responsibilities:

•    To prepare and deliver a range of play based activities on a daily basis,

•    To work closely with the other after school care assistants.

•    Be aware of current school behaviour and safeguarding polices and ensure

their implementation,

•    Communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues and parents.

•    Be familiar with First Aid procedures,

•    To keep the environment safe, organised  and pleasant for children to play in,

•    Organise a ‘light tea’, keep the catering facilities clean and help to maintain stock levels.

Person Specification –

The After School Care Assistant will require the following characteristics:

•    A nurturing, calm and organised manner,

•    The experience of working with children and an understanding of play and child development ,

•    The ability to provide warm and consistent care to all children,

•    An ability to demonstrate a range of practical play skills,

•    Experience of working as part of a team,

•    Understanding of health and safety issues that affect the day to day running of the club.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 10th July with interviews the following week. 

Cleaner

We have a vacancy for a cleaner who will provide a cleaning service in specified areas of the school site.

We are looking for someone who is:

•       Hardworking and well-organised individual with the ability to work to deadlines as part of a small cleaning team.

•       Able to maintain records and show a commitment to safe working practices and basic knowledge of health and safety.

We are looking for an excellent candidate to perform the key and essential role of cleaner in our school.  We need someone who is flexible and hardworking who will take pride in their work.

If you think you would make an excellent cleaner and would enjoy the challenge of performing this key role in the school and you have the relevant skills, we would encourage you to apply for this post.

The position is Monday to Friday, late afternoons.  The hours are slightly flexible. We require 2 hours per day worked between 3:15pm to 6:00pmThe salary detailed is the full time equivalent.

Application forms and job descriptions are available on the school website. Please send completed applications to office@cross-in-hand.e-sussex.sch.uk.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 10th July with interviews taking place the following week. 

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