Lunchtime Supervisor

The Ferrars Academy; Luton; On-site; GBP 3,200 - 3,600; Part time

Job summary

The Ferrars Academy, part of the Pioneer Learning Trust, is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to help create a safe, engaging lunchtime for pupils. You will work with a friendly team to encourage play, activities and positive behaviours during school lunchtimes.

The role is permanent, 6.25 hours per week, term time only, with working times varying between main school and nursery. Applicants should be fluent in English and able to engage with children confidently.

Qualifications

• Positive, caring and enthusiastic approach to pupils.
• Ability to create strong relationships with children and staff.
• Willingness to work as part of a larger team.
• Commitment to supporting positive behaviour at lunchtimes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and secure lunchtime environment for pupils.
• Engage children in lunchtime activities and play.
• Support positive behaviour and school rules.
• Build good relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

Lunchtime supervision

Child engagement

Teamwork

Behaviour support

Relationship building

Job description

About this Role

The Pioneer Learning Trust is a small but growing Trust of collaborative schools in Luton and Bedford. The Trust currently consists of The Ferrars Academy, Chantry Primary Academy, Southfield Primary Academy, Whitefield Primary Academy, Ferrars Junior School, Warden Hill Infant School, and Lakeview School.

The Ferrars Academy is a very popular, successful and well resourced academy; rated Good by Ofsted, we pride ourselves in delivering excellence in education, for infant and nursery aged children. We are located on the outskirts of Luton close to the M1, A5 link roads and the L&D hospital. We have a very diverse school population with a range of different languages, religions and cultures. Our children are well behaved and learn in a vibrant and friendly environment.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisor who will ensure a safe and secure environment for our pupils. We are looking for someone who:

• Is positive, caring and enthusiastic
• Can create excellent relationships with children and staff
• Can work as part of a larger team
• Can support positive behaviour
• Enjoys being with children
• Will be pro-active in engaging children in lunchtime activities/play.

This is a permanent role. 6.25 hours per week, term time only, £3481.45. Specific working hours can vary depending on whether you are required to work in the main school or the nursery.

Main School Working Hours 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Nursery Working Hours 11:30am - 12:45pm

Quotes from our current staff members

“The academy allows me time off to watch my own children’s performances”

“As a new member of staff, I felt welcomed and supported”

“Ferrars offers a friendly, family working environment”

Additional information

Applicants for this public facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse and provide effective help or advice in fluently spoken English.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Internet searches will also be carried out prior to interview.

Those who were born or have lived outside the UK may need to acquire additional overseas checks, which will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Experience of working in a school is desirable.

CV's and Personal statements are not accepted for any posts based in schools.

Please ensure that references include your most recent employer and that the contact email is their professional NOT their personal email address.

Interview date: TBC