Lunchtime Supervisor

Slade Primary School is looking to appoint a Lunchtime Supervisor to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an important role within our school community, helping to ensure that children have a safe, happy and enjoyable lunchtime. You will support children during lunch and play, encourage positive behaviour and help create a welcoming environment where all children feel safe and included. The role is part time, working 6.25 hours per week.

About the role

As a Lunchtime Supervisor, you will:

1. Supervise children during lunchtime in the dining area and outside.
2. Help to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children.
3. Encourage positive behaviour and support children in resolving minor disagreements.
4. Build positive and respectful relationships with children.
5. Support children to develop positive social skills and enjoy their lunchtime.
6. Follow the school's safeguarding, health and safety and behaviour procedures.
7. Work closely with colleagues to ensure a positive and well-organised lunchtime.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

1. Enjoys working with children and is committed to supporting their wellbeing.
2. Is caring, patient and approachable.
3. Can build positive relationships with children.
4. Is confident in promoting positive behaviour.
5. Can remain calm and supportive when dealing with challenging situations.
6. Works well as part of a team.
7. Is reliable, responsible and able to use their own initiative.
8. Understands the importance of safeguarding and keeping children safe.

We offer

1. A welcoming and supportive school environment.
2. Opportunities for professional development and training.
3. A collaborative team committed to providing the best experience for our children.
4. An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package.
5. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

To apply

To apply, please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining ‘what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role’.

To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Jessica Jackson, Pastoral Manager, via email [email removed] or call [phone removed]. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the role be successfully filled.