Lunchtime supervisor

Job Introduction

The Brier, including the Unicorn Satellite Centre is a successful all-through special school serving pupils with complex learning needs. Our designation is for ‘moderate learning difficulties’, in recent years, the complexity of pupils joining The Brier has increased significantly. 

We are seeking to appoint a kind, understanding, enthusiastic, lunchtime supervisor who can support our pupils over lunchtime with their eating, socialising and intimate care.  

We are looking for a strong team player who is motivated, positive, resilient and a good communicator to join our team and work with our fantastic pupils.

This is for 10 hours per week, term time only.  The position is on a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

Due to the nature of the role and the vulnerability of our pupils, the post is subject to an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as other pre-employment checks. 

The Brier School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer

Closing date for Applications: 12th January 2026

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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