Midday Meals Supervisory Assistant (Nursery)

Coombe House School; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Midday Meals Supervisor on a permanent, part-time, term-time only basis to join our friendly nursery team.

You will help create a safe, happy lunchtime environment, supporting children as they develop independence, social skills and healthy eating habits. The role emphasises safeguarding and positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Ability to communicate clearly with children, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lunchtime activities to create a safe, calm environment.
• Support children to develop independence, social skills and healthy eating habits.
• Encourage good manners and positive social interactions during lunch hour.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Active listening

Organised

Patience

Safeguarding

Health and safety basics

Job description

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Midday Meals Supervisor on a permanent, part-time, term-time only basis to join our friendly nursery team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play an important role in the daily lives of our youngest learners. You will help create a safe, happy and positive lunchtime environment, supporting children as they develop independence, social skills and healthy eating habits.

We would love to hear from you if:

• you enjoy working with young children and are passionate about supporting their wellbeing and development


• you have a warm, caring and positive approach


• you are able to build positive relationships with children and colleagues


• you can encourage good manners, health eating and positive social interactions


• you are calm, patient and able to support children effectively during busy periods


• you enjoy working as part of a team


• you are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

• A supportive team who place our values of Growth, Perseverance, Positivity, and Achievement at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations


• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD


• A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment


• A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff


• The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way


• Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books


• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

Skills

Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to essential

Ability to demonstrate active listening skills essential

Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlines essential

Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team essential

Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner essential

Ability to carry out manual handling of tables and chairs essential

Passionate about helping and supporting all children and/or young people essential

Willingness to lead and show initiative

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to essential

Ability to demonstrate active listening skills essential

Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlines essential

Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team essential

Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner essential

Ability to carry out manual handling of tables and chairs essential

Passionate about helping and supporting all children and/or young people essential

Willingness to lead and show initiative

Experience

Knowledge and understanding of managing the behaviour of groups of pupils essential

Experience of establishing positive relationships with children and/or young people

Experience of working in a team

Experience of working successfully as part of a team

Experience/Knowledge

Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the legal and organisational requirements for maintaining health, safety, and security of yourself and others essential

Knowledge of basic hygiene procedures essential

Experience of working in an environment with children and/or young people

Personal Attributes

A commitment to the school's vision, values, and ethos essential

A commitment to Aurora Academies Trust vision, values, and ethos essential

Display a commitment to, and an ability to contribute to, the protection and safeguarding of children and young people essential

Model behaviour, attitudes, and dress that set the best possible example to pupils essential

Glenleigh Park is a school that can offer exceptional professional development opportunities, high levels of support and the chance to make a real difference to pupils’ outcomes. We work closely with other schools in our Trust and there are many opportunities to share ideas and learn from each other. Glenleigh Park is a fun, exciting and supportive place to work. We set ourselves ambitious targets and know these can be achieved by working together.

In our recent Ofsted inspection (December 2023) we were praised for our welcoming and inclusive community ethos. That is reflected in the warm, trusting relationships between staff, pupils and parents. The report said that “staff deeply care about pupils’ well-being and provide bespoke support to enable them to thrive.

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery

Gunters Lane

Bexhill on Sea

East Sussex

TN39 4ED

Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.

Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.