Midday Supervisor

Lift Schools; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Charles Warren in Milton Keynes is seeking a friendly Midday Supervisor to support pupils during lunchtime across dining and outdoor areas. You will help set up and clear tables, supervise activities and promote positive behaviour in a safe, inclusive environment.

The role requires patience, reliability and strong communication with staff and learners. Previous experience in a school or lunchtime supervisory role is advantageous, and you will join a supportive school community in Simpson,

Qualifications

• Experience supervising children or young people in a school or lunchtime setting is essential.
• Ability to communicate clearly with pupils and colleagues.
• Positive, patient and approachable with good relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime in dining, playground and other designated areas.
• Set up tables prior to lunch service and clear them away at the end of the session.
• Encourage positive behaviour, respectful interactions and an inclusive environment.
• Support pupils' welfare and respond appropriately to any concerns or incidents.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and well-organised lunchtime environment.
• Support lunchtime activities where required and work closely with the wider school team.

Skills

Supervising children

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Behaviour management

Job description

Could you help us make lunchtimes a safe, positive and enjoyable part of every child's day?

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Midday Supervisor to join our team at Lift Charles Warren. You'll play an important role in supporting our pupils during lunchtime, helping to create a safe, inclusive and positive environment where every child feels supported.

About the role

As a Midday Supervisor, you'll supervise pupils across our dining and outdoor areas, encourage positive behaviour and help ensure lunchtimes run safely and smoothly. This includes helping set up and clear dining tables to prepare the space for lunch and leave it clean afterwards.
You'll build positive relationships with our pupils, support their wellbeing, and work closely with colleagues to address any concerns that arise during lunchtime.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime in dining, playground and other designated areas
• Set up tables prior to lunch service and clear them away at the end of the session
• Encourage positive behavior, respectful interactions and an inclusive environment
• Support pupils' welfare and respond appropriately to any concerns or incidents
• Help maintain a safe, clean and well-organised lunchtime environment
• Support lunchtime activities where required and work closely with the wider school team

We are looking for someone who

You'll be positive, patient and approachable, with the ability to build good relationships with children and work effectively as part of a team.

You'll be able to remain calm, use your initiative and communicate clearly with pupils and colleagues. Experience supervising children or young people is essential, and previous experience in a school or lunchtime supervisory role would be an advantage.

Most importantly, you'll share our commitment to creating a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment for every child.

Your new school

Lift Charles Warren is a welcoming and inclusive primary school for children aged 4–11, based in Simpson, Milton Keynes.

Alongside our mainstream provision, we have a specialist Communication and Language provision, Butterflies, supporting children from EYFS through to Key Stage 1 who are placed with us by the Local Authority.

Our school is set within extensive grounds, surrounded by trees and a canal, providing a wonderful environment for our children to learn and grow. Our pupils are enthusiastic and eager to succeed, and our dedicated team is committed to ensuring every child feels supported and has the opportunity to thrive.

Who is Lift Schools?

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you:How we support you

This position is 8.75 hours per week.

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