Lunchtime Wellbeing Assistant - School Support (Part-Time)

GSL Education; Grays; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a Midday Assistant for a welcoming secondary school in Grays. You will supervise lunch breaks, support students, and help maintain a safe, inclusive environment during mealtimes.

This part-time role (3 hours per day) emphasizes safeguarding and calm handling of lunchtime situations. DBS checks are required. Experience with children is desirable, and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly with students, staff and parents.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Capable of staying calm in busy environments.
• Proactive approach to managing behaviour and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunch and break times, indoors and outdoors.
• Promote positive behaviour and respectful interactions.
• Support students with lunchtime concerns and wellbeing.
• Maintain a safe, orderly school environment during meals.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff to support pupils.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Behaviour management

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

GSL Education is seeking a Midday Assistant for a welcoming secondary school in Grays. You will supervise lunch breaks, support students, and help maintain a safe, inclusive environment during mealtimes.

This part-time role (3 hours per day) emphasizes safeguarding and calm handling of lunchtime situations. DBS checks are required. Experience with children is desirable, and strong communication is essential.