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Position: Lunchtime SupervisorLocation: Lewisham, LondonHours: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (with potential for additional hours and full days as support staff)Salary: Competitive, based on experienceContract: Part-Time (with potential for Full-Time opportunities)
About Us:We are a welcoming and inclusive Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Lewisham, committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for our students. We cater to children with a range of learning and physical needs, and our dedicated team works to ensure that each child feels valued and empowered to achieve their best.
We are currently seeking a reliable, consistent, and positive Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team. This is a part-time position during school lunchtimes, with the possibility of increasing hours and taking on a wider support role as you establish yourself within the school.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and assist students during lunch breaks, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and orderly environment.
- Support students with SEN, offering assistance with eating, social interaction, and personal care if necessary.
- Encourage positive behaviour, helping students to engage appropriately with their peers and staff.
- Work closely with the wider school team to maintain a caring and supportive atmosphere.
- Set up and clear the dining areas as needed, ensuring cleanliness and tidiness.
- Provide support during indoor and outdoor play, promoting inclusive activities for all students.
- Communicate effectively with staff, reporting any concerns about student behaviour or wellbeing.
What We're Looking For:
- Reliability and consistency in maintaining a positive and calm approach when supervising students.
- An open-minded and supportive attitude, with a willingness to understand and work with students of varying abilities and needs.
- Experience working with children or in a school environment is preferred but not essential. Full training will be provided for the right candidate.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students and staff alike.
- A patient, caring nature and a genuine desire to support the development of young people.
- Punctuality and professionalism at all times.
Why Join Us?
- Excellent public transport links, making us easy to access for non-drivers.
- Opportunity to progress to more hours and full-day support roles as you become established in the school.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment.
- Comprehensive training and induction provided, with opportunities for further development.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs, we would love to hear from you.
