Lunchtime Supervisor

The Methodist Church in Britain; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Lancaster Girls' Grammar School is recruiting a Lunchtime Supervisor to supervise pupils during the lunch break across the dining hall, main hall and surrounding areas. The role centers on keeping pupils safe, cared for and engaged while promoting positive behaviour.

This permanent, part-time post is term-time only. An enhanced DBS check is required, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Warm and welcoming attitude towards young people.
• High expectations of pupil behaviour.
• Commitment to safeguarding the welfare of pupils.
• Ability to supervise large groups of pupils effectively.
• Strong communication skills with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunch in dining hall, main hall and around school.
• Ensure safety, welfare and enjoyment of pupils at lunchtime.
• Encourage positive behaviour and high standards among pupils.
• Help create a caring and inclusive atmosphere.
• Use initiative to engage pupils in appropriate activities.
• Work as part of a team to oversee large groups of pupils.

Skills

Warm attitude

High behaviour standards

Safeguarding

Supervising groups

Communication skills

Relationships with staff

Job description

Lancaster Girls' Grammar School, a selective state school with academy status, is recruiting a Lunchtime Supervisor to cover the midday break. The post centres on keeping pupils safe, cared for and engaged across the dining hall, main hall and wider school site, while encouraging positive behaviour. It is a permanent, part-time role worked in term time only. Candidates need an enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Supervising pupils during the lunch break in the dining hall, main hall and around the school
• Ensuring the safety, welfare and enjoyment of pupils at lunchtime
• Encouraging positive behaviour and high standards among pupils
• Helping to create a caring and inclusive atmosphere
• Using initiative to engage pupils in appropriate activities
• Working as part of a team to supervise large groups of pupils

What’s required

Skills & knowledge

• Warm and welcoming attitude to young people
• High expectations of pupil behaviour
• Commitment to safeguarding the welfare of all pupils
• Supervising large groups of pupils effectively
• Strong communication skills
• Building strong relationships with pupils and staff

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Other

• Reliable and approachable manner
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude
• Sense of humour and a caring nature
• Thriving in a busy school environment

What’s offered

• Competitive benefits package, detailed in the Recruitment Information Pack