Walking Bus

To help with traffic mornings and evenings we have our very own Walking Bus!

Our morning bus stop is from Monkleigh Village Hall leaving at 8.45pm. Return Journey will arrive back at 3.40pm.

Our dedicated Staff have a daily registar ( please fill in the form for consent ) and will walk the Children to and from School safetly with all children in fluorescent jackets.

 

 

 

 

 

Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy

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Job Advertisement: Teaching Assistant & Extended Provision Lead (Dual Role)

Location: Primary School 
Start Date: 4..08.26 
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (term time + holiday working) 
Grade: C (Teaching Assistant Scale) D Holiday club Lead

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated, flexible, and enthusiastic individual to join our team in a dual-role position, combining a Teaching Assistant role with leadership responsibility for our extended and holiday provision.

This is a varied and rewarding role suited to someone passionate about supporting children’s learning while also leading high-quality wraparound care.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching Assistant (Grade C)

• Initially based in Reception class, supporting teaching and learning

• May be required to work across other year groups as needed

• Support pupils’ development, wellbeing, and engagement in the curriculum

• Work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning experiences

Extended Provision (Breakfast & After-School Club)

• Breakfast Club: Daily supervision and support

• After-School (Tea) Club: 3 days per week

• Working hours: 

• 3 days: 8:00am – 5:30pm

• 2 days: 8:00am – 1:00pm

• Plan and deliver engaging, safe, and inclusive activities

Holiday Club Lead (Grade D)

• Organise and lead a Holiday Club 2 days per week, during all school holidays except Christmas

• Design activity programmes and ensure high-quality provision

• Manage resources, staffing support (if applicable), and bookings

Additional Responsibilities

• Act as a Safeguarding Lead for extended provision and holiday club

• Be a key holder for the school site

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and school policies

• Oversee organisation, administration, and smooth running of clubs

What We Are Looking For

• Experience working with primary-aged children (EYFS experience desirable)

• Experience of Read Write Inc 

• Strong organisational and leadership skills

• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

• Ability to work flexibly across roles and age groups

• Reliable, proactive, and able to take initiative

• A warm, caring, and positive attitude

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly school environment

• Opportunities for professional development

• A varied and rewarding role within a committed team

How to Apply

For an application pack or for more information please contact the School on: 01805 623269 or by email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Application forms will be used and references sought. Information packs will be sent to all applicants.

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Closing date : 29th June 2026

Interviews 7th July

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

  

 

Current Vacancies:

We currently have no vacancies.

 

 Equality and Diversity Position Statement

At Monkleigh Primary school, we welcome our duties under the Equality Act 2010. The school’s general duties, with regards to equality are:

• Eliminating discrimination.
• Fostering good relationships.
• Advancing equality of opportunity.

We will not discriminate against, harass or victimise any pupil, prospective pupil, or other member of the school community because of their:

• Gender.
• Race.
• Disability.
• Religion or belief.
• Sexual orientation.
• Gender reassignment.
• Pregnancy or maternity.

Monkleigh aims to promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, with special emphasis on promoting equality, diversity and eradicating prejudicial incidents for pupils and staff. Our school is committed to not only eliminating discrimination, but also increasing understanding and appreciation for diversity.

Monkleigh believes that a greater level of success from pupils and staff can be achieved by realising the uniqueness of individuals. Creating a prejudice-free environment where individuals feel confident and at ease is a commitment of the school. This environment will be achieved by:

• Being respectful.
• Always treating all members of the school community fairly.
• Developing an understanding of diversity and the benefits it can have.
• Adopting an inclusive attitude.
• Adopting an inclusive curriculum that is accessible to all.
• Encouraging compassion and open-mindedness.

We are committed to having a balanced and fair curriculum. We believe that our pupils should be exposed to ideas and concepts that may challenge their understanding to help ensure that pupils learn to become more accepting and inclusive of others. Challenging and controversial concepts will be delivered in a way that prevents discrimination, and instead promotes inclusive attitudes. We will also respect the right of parents to withdraw their children from classes which pose conflicts to their own beliefs.

Monkleigh Primary School does not tolerate any form of prejudice-related incident. Whether direct or indirect, we treat discrimination against all members of our school with the utmost severity. When an incident is reported, through a thorough reporting procedure, our school is devoted to ensuring appropriate action is taken and a resolution is put into place which is both fair and firm.

At Monkleigh, our pupils are taught to be:

• Understanding of others.
• Celebratory of cultural diversity.
• Eager to reach their full potential.
• Inclusive.
• Aware of what constitutes discriminatory behaviour.

The school’s employees will not:

• Discriminate against any member of the school.
• Treat other members of the school unfairly.

The school’s employee’s will:

• Promote diversity equality.
• Encourage and adopt an inclusive attitude.
• Lead by example.

Monkleigh Primary School does not discriminate against staff with regards to their:

• Age.
• Disability.
• Gender reassignment.
• Marital or civil partner status.
• Pregnancy or maternity.
• Race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin.
• Religion or belief.
• Sex or sexual orientation.

Equality of opportunity and non-discrimination extends to the treatment of all members of the school community. All staff members are obliged to act in accordance will the school’s various policies relating to equality.

We will guarantee that no redundancy is the result of direct or indirect prejudice. All disciplinary procedures or staffing decisions are non-prejudicial, whether they result in warnings, dismissal, or any other disciplinary action.

Prejudice is not tolerated at Monkleigh and we are continuously working towards a more accepting and respectful environment for our schools community.

Monkleigh Primary School Equality Objectives 

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