Lunchtime Supervisor

Job Introduction

Lunchtime Supervisory Assistants are valuable members of our staff team and we are seeking to increase our lunchtime team to support children in their play and to help with general supervision. We wish to appoint friendly, caring people, who like working with children, to join our experienced team of lunchtime supervisors. You will need to be enthusiastic, patient, well-organised and flexible. You must be able to communicate with children and adults well, show initiative and understand the importance of safety and safeguarding.

**The role involves**:

- Helping children during lunch time in the hall and outside area, modelling good manners and supporting healthy eating
- Supervising and leading positive play activities for our children on the playground or in the classroom during wet play
- Being responsible for the safety, welfare and behaviour of our children
- Dealing with minor first aid needs
- Being aware of health and safety to ensure a safe environment for all

**The successful applicant will need to**:

- Work effectively as part of a team
- Communicate positively with children and other adults
- Enjoy working with children and small teams of adults
- Hold a First Aid certificate or be willing to take the training to obtain this
- Be a good time keeper
- Support children whilst they eat their lunch and promote healthy eating
- Be reliable and consistent in promoting good behaviour and the values of the school
- Ensure the safety and welfare of children at all times

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