The Grove Primary School

The most important aspects of this post are concerned with establishing and maintaining a good spirit in the school. Hard work and dedication, as well as confidence and flexibility are needed. The following is a list of specific tasks and responsibilities, not all of which are glamorous, that the House Captain would be expected to carry out:

• To be a role model in terms of attitude, attendance, behaviour, manners and appearance to all members of the house.
• To wear the House Captain badge with pride.
• To liaise with other House Captains and meet regularly with them and with the school leadership team.
• To help supervise house activities that may include:

  ◦ supporting at Christmas and Summer fairs

  ◦ organising inter–house competitions, including Sports Day

  ◦ assisting at playtimes

  ◦ charity and fund raising events

  ◦ presenting weekly awards to pupils

  ◦ organising house assemblies and events

  ◦ advising and supporting younger pupils

  ◦ showing visitors around the school

  ◦ attending school functions as required

  ◦ carrying out any other duties as required

Each House is represented by a different colour and children can earn points for their house in various ways both in and out of school, such as: curricular achievements and/or effort; involvement in school activities – i.e. taking part in extra curricular activities on a regular basis, helping at school events, representing the school at sporting/academic events etc. Points can also be awarded for positive playtime behaviour and for learning behaviours during lessons.