Lunchtime Play Supervisor & Inclusive Play Support

Teaching Vacancies; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Mapperley Plains Primary and Nursery School is seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisory Assistant and Play Team Member to help supervise lunchtimes, support outdoor play and assist with child-led activities as part of OPAL. You will contribute to a safe, welcoming environment and support inclusion and wellbeing for all children.

No prior school experience is required as induction and training will be provided; a reliable, patient and calm approach is valued, with strong communication and teamwork

Qualifications

• You do not need previous school experience; induction, training and support will be provided.
• What matters is your approach to children, reliability and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children attentively during lunch, play and movement between areas.
• Help children with lunchtime routines and encourage good manners and independence.
• Encourage positive play, help children join in and support them to resolve everyday disagreements calmly.
• Help keep dining and play areas safe, clean and ready for use.
• Notice and report concerns, accidents or changes in children’s wellbeing promptly.

Skills

Enjoys children

Patience

Calm under pressure

Clear communicator

Outdoor play support

Safeguarding awareness

Inclusion values

Job description

Mapperley Plains Primary and Nursery School is seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisory Assistant and Play Team Member to help supervise lunchtimes, support outdoor play and assist with child-led activities as part of OPAL. You will contribute to a safe, welcoming environment and support inclusion and wellbeing for all children.

No prior school experience is required as induction and training will be provided; a reliable, patient and calm approach is valued, with strong communication and teamwork