Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Job Introduction

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Job Advert: Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Position: Part time Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
Location: Hurst Green Primary School
Contract Type: Permanent, 6.25 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Start Date: ­2 June 2025 or as soon as possible
Salary: £24,027 pro rata. Hourly rate £12.45

Closing date: 28 April 2025 

Shortlisting: 29 April 2025

Interview: Friday 2 May 2025

About Us

At Hurst Green Primary School, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive. With a strong commitment to our values of Respect, Equity, Aspiration, Collaboration, Responsibility, and Compassion, we strive to provide an exceptional educational experience for all our pupils.

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated person to join our vibrant school community. Are you looking for a job with good holidays to give you a healthy work – life balance then this could be the job for you! 

You will be responsible for the safe supervision and welfare of our pupils during the lunchtime period. We expect our Lunchtime Supervisors to have a positive attitude to the security and safety of our children, to follow verbal instructions, and communicate effectively with other staff and pupils in school. You will need to be patient, flexible and firm, as well as being able to treat children fairly. You will be happy and fun, enjoy leading and playing games outside ensuring the children are physically active whilst outside.

Key Responsibilities

• Promoting safe and approprate behaviours within the school grounds as directed by the Lead Lunchtime Supervisor.
• Engaging and interacting with children through play and other activities designed to make the lunch break as enjoyable and productive as possible.
• Supervise children over lunchtime implementing lunchtime procedures.
• To encourage children to eat their lunch and encourage good table manners.
• Ensuring cutlery, trays, leftovers and refuse, are returned by the pupils to the relevant collection and disposal points.
• To support, demonstrate and encourage children to play sensible games.
• To take out and bring in lunchtime equipment ensuring it is taken care of and stored appropriately.
• To ensure children follow school rules over lunchtime.
• Dealing with accidents, spillages in the dining hall, class or playground, ensuring that these do not cause a safety hazard to pupils or other staff.
• To seek support and take advice from the Lead Lunchtime Supervisor/Headteacher at any time to ensure school procedures are being carried out.
• Undertake any appropriate training required to ensure job expectations are met.
• Develop relationships with children based upon faireness, respect and consistency of action by all Supervisors. 

 All staff in school will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties in pursuance of raising pupil achievement. Any changes will take account of salary/ status/hours and will be subject to discussion, in accordance with the guidance note on contractual changes.

 Qualifications and Experience

• Working with/supervising pupils indoors and outdoors
• Communicating with pupils with varying levels of understanding
• Willing to undergo appropriate training as required
• A basic knowledge of first aid is desirable and willingness to attend appropriate training  
• Good communication and written skills 

 What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about supporting pupil learning and are committed to promoting an inclusive and positive school culture, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application by the deadline.

Hurst Green Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Join us in our mission to inspire and empower every pupil at Hurst Green Primary School!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.  

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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