- An ambitious, successful and vibrant place to work;
- Children who are bright, confident and eager to learn;
- A supportive working culture that focuses on positive learning behaviour and high expectations for all our children;
- A senior leadership team that is highly committed to developing others
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Undertaking direct supervision of pupils in designated areas, ensuring safe and orderly conduct.
- Assisting with daily decisions on areas for pupil use e.g. wet lunchtimes.
- SupportingĀ the safe use of childrenās play equipment.
- Promoting games and activities, motivating pupils during the lunchtime break, ensuring school rules regarding games allowed are met and that health and safety procedures are maintained.
- Supporting and supervising pupils in the dining area as appropriate e.g. encouragement to eat, help with choosing and cutting food, return of trays, cutlery etc.
- Supporting pupils in the play/other areas who may require assistance.
- Dealing with minor incidents and first aid where appropriate, referring serious incidents to Senior Lunchtime Coordinator/Principal or nominated supervisor.
- Cleaning up spillages or debris around the dining/play areas to ensure the maintenance of good order, discipline and safety.
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Understanding of the educational, social and welfare needs of pupils in the midday break
- Understanding of the importance of the meal and break as a social and educational occasion
- Experience of supervising pupils (individuals or groups) in a relevant age setting
- Good spoken and written English
- Ability to encourage and inspire young people
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively with people across a wide range of levels and responsibilities
- Ability to judge when advice/assistance is needed to meet pupilās needs
- Ability to liaise with parents/carers in a professional manner observing the boundaries of the role and respecting confidential information
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
Professional Development & BenefitsOur people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includesour Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS,Ā a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more aboutour benefitson our website.