Lunchtime Supervisor

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Sowerby Bridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Extensive training and professionaln

Small class sizes with specialist TA

Flexible pension

Therapeutic supervision

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Compass Community is seeking a dedicated Lunchtime Supervisor to support students during lunchtimes at an SEMH school. You will help with meals, supervision in dining halls and play areas, and promote positive behaviour while supporting emotional regulation.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, calm communication with staff and students, and a proactive approach to welfare and safety. Training and development opportunities are available within a national organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, preferably in an SEMH or SEN setting.
• Calm, empathetic, and patient approach when dealing with children with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with staff and students.
• Proactive approach to student welfare and safety.
• Understanding safeguarding practices and how to respond to concerns.
• Ability to remain calm in potentially stressful situations.
• Desirable: First aid qualification (or willingness to undertake training).

Responsibilities

• To support the overall running of lunchtimes, including serving students meals and aiding with clearing the dining spaces.
• Supervise students in the dining hall, playground, and other designated lunchtime areas, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Foster positive relationships with students, encouraging appropriate behaviour and social interaction during lunchtimes.
• Support students with SEN, particularly in managing emotional regulation and social interactions.
• Assist students where required (e.g., helping with opening food containers, cleaning up spills).
• Promote and model positive behaviour, providing encouragement and support where necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the lunchtime area, ensuring waste is disposed of correctly and the environment is safe.

Skills

Experience with SEMH/SEN

Calm empathetic patient

Excellent communication

Safeguarding awareness

Calm under pressure

Education

First aid qualification

Job description

Our children come from a wide range of backgrounds, but all have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Many will also have other Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) such as Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties. The work we do is both varied and challenging and, as a trauma and attachment informed organisation, all staff are provided with extensive therapeutic training and support.We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team.

The Lunchtime Supervisor will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of students during lunchtime. This role is particularly important at an SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school, where understanding, patience, and the ability to manage a diverse range of student needs are essential. The successful candidate will work closely with both staff and students to ensure that lunchtimes are a positive, safe, and supportive experience.

Key Responsibilities

• To support the overall running of lunchtimes, including serving students meals and aiding with clearing the dining spaces.
• Supervise students in the dining hall, playground, and other designated lunchtime areas, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Foster positive relationships with students, encouraging appropriate behaviour and social interaction during lunchtimes.
• Support students with special educational needs (SEN), particularly in managing emotional regulation and social interactions.
• Assist students where required (e.g., helping with opening food containers, cleaning up spills).
• Promote and model positive behaviour, providing encouragement and support where necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the lunchtime area, ensuring that all waste is disposed of correctly and that the environment is safe.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience working with children, preferably in an SEMH or SEN setting.
• A calm, empathetic, and patient approach when dealing with children, particularly those with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with both staff and students.
• A proactive approach to student welfare and safety.
• Understanding of safeguarding practices and the ability to respond to concerns appropriately.
• Ability to remain calm in potentially stressful or challenging situations.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a school or educational setting.
• First aid qualification (or willingness to undertake training).

Benefits and Rewards

• The opportunity to develop and grow your career within Compass Community.
• Competitive salary.
• Extensive training and professional qualification opportunities.
• Small class sizes with specialist TA support.
• The chance to be part of an expanding, national organisation that recognises skill, effort and potential and grows its own leadership teams.
• Flexible pension.
• Regular therapeutic and supportive supervision.
• Employee benefit service with access to wellbeing services, salary sacrifice schemes.

We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close an advert early if we identify suitable candidates.