Lunchtime Coordinator

To develop a varied programme of activities as part of the lunchtime play in collaboration with our sports coaches.
- To organise and oversee the operation of the lunchtime play.
- To ensure that a timetable of day to day activities is set up and maintained.
- To communicate with Sports Ambassadors and the School Council to ensure that children have their say in the activities available during lunchtime play.
- To liaise with other staff to ensure the smooth running of lunchtimes.
- To suggest recommendations to the Leadership Team on the improvements and development of the lunchtime play.
- To ensure that all equipment and areas are available, usable and safe.
- To organise ‘wet’ lunchtime activities in the classrooms.
- To work with all children responding to their individual needs and differing abilities to ensure their success.
- To teach through modelling and discussion, mediation strategies and support children to solve minor issues.
- To understand the varying needs of the children - physical, medical and emotional.
- To refer children to trained staff to receive first aid at an appropriate level.
- To take appropriate action in emergencies and summon assistance as required.
- Work with Senior Midday Supervisor to devise rotas for the effective use of all midday supervisors.
- Work with Senior Midday Supervisor to reorganise rotas during absences, in order to maintain appropriate supervision ratios.
- Work with Senior Midday Supervisor Support to carry out an induction process for new members of the Midday Supervisor Team.
- Lead on the annual performance management cycle for the midday team including the lunchtime first aider.
- Identify training needs for Midday Supervisors where applicable.
- Assist with the appointment and recruitment of Midday Supervisors.
- Ensure that there is suitable play equipment in use on the playground and in the classrooms during wet lunchtimes.
- Monitor the behaviour of pupils, encouraging positive behaviour and reporting any incidents to relevant staff member.
- Supervise and control entrance and exit by pupils during the lunch break to school premises and ensure calm orderly conduct in accordance with the school’s expectations.