Lunchtime Support Assistant for SEND - Calm Dining

Whitchurch Community Primary School; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing programme

LGPS pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Whitchurch Community Primary School is seeking a Mealtime Assistant to cover lunchtimes for 1 hour a day, Monday to Friday. The role primarily supports a child with SEND during meals while contributing to a positive lunchtime experience and supervising other pupils.

The successful candidate will be able to liaise with staff, assist with setting up and clearing away tables and chairs, and provide calm, safe supervision in both the dining room and the playground.

Qualifications

• Supports a child with SEND during mealtimes.
• Ensures a safe and calm dining experience.
• Liaises with staff regarding lunchtime arrangements.
• Able to lift and move tables and chairs as part of setup/clear-down.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with SEND during meals.
• Supervise lunchtime activities and other pupils.
• Liaise with school staff about needs and plans.
• Assist with setting up and clearing lunch tables.
• Move tables and chairs as required for lunchtime provision.

Skills

Child engagement

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Whitchurch Community Primary School is seeking a Mealtime Assistant to cover lunchtimes for 1 hour a day, Monday to Friday. The role primarily supports a child with SEND during meals while contributing to a positive lunchtime experience and supervising other pupils.

The successful candidate will be able to liaise with staff, assist with setting up and clearing away tables and chairs, and provide calm, safe supervision in both the dining room and the playground.