Midday Supervisor (MER079 + 80BC) at Merrydale Junior School

Merrydale Junior School; Leicester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Eyecare vouchers

Dental support

Retail discounts

Annual incremental pay increases

Job summary

Merrydale Junior School in Leicester is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to support lunchtime staff and supervise pupils during the 12:00–13:00 period. This role is permanent, term-time only, 5 hours per week, across 38 weeks.

You'll help supervise eating areas, manage queues, ensure safety and good conduct, and assist with tidying up and after-lunch activities, contributing to a positive, active learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in the area in which they eat their lunch and manage queues accordingly.
• Assist and supervise the clearing away and tidying of the eating area and mop up spills when required.
• Supervise /engage pupils after lunch, either inside or outside of the school building, being especially vigilant as to the health, safety and security of the pupils within their care, and in accordance with the School Behaviour Policy.
• Ensure reasonable behaviour and safe conduct of pupils by maintaining good order and discipline, dealing as appropriate (including restraint) with all incidents of disorder ensuring that any disruption is minimised.

Skills

Experience working with children

Job description

About this Role

Midday Supervisor

Merrydale Junior School

Salary: Grade4 Pay Point 5-6 (£25,629 - £25,824 per annum, approximate starting salaryof £2,893.95)

Hours: 5 Hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Term Time Only)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 12:00 - 13:00

2 positions available

About the Role

Merrydale Junior School Primary School have an exciting opportunity for a Lunchtime Supervisor to be a proactive integrated member of the school staff team, who will support the lunchtime staff to deliver high quality care during lunchtimes, creating an active educational environment which advances pupil's learning and social skills. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and flexible Lunchtime Supervisor.

Why Choose Merrydale Junior School?

Merrydale Junior School is a very special place. Visitors often comment positively on the children's warm welcome, their enthusiasm and also on staff's commitment and dedication. We understand the power of education and take very seriously our duty to give children the best start in life.

At Merrydale we aim to provide a safe, caring learning environment for all working together with you as families and the community whilst delivering a broad, balanced and creative curriculum celebrating the diversity of our world.

Our school motto is 'Be the Best You Can Be' and we strive to embed this attitude in all aspects of our school -adults and children alike.

Our Achievements to date

• Rated Ofsted 'Good' October 2019; Anti-Bullying Award
• Digital School House
• Platinum School Games Mark
• Microsoft Showcase School
• Tiny Forest Member
• Girls County Cricket Finalists 2022 and 2023

'Working with a number of subject specialists across the trust has allowed me, as an early career teacher, to gain access to a number of opportunities, training and support in the starting years of my career, helping me to become the best I can be at Merrydale.' - Class Teacher

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in the area in which they eat their lunch and manage queuesaccordingly.
• Assist and supervise the clearing away and tidying of the eating area and mop upspills when required.
• Supervise /engage pupils after lunch, either inside or outside of the schoolbuilding, being especially vigilant as to the health, safety and security of thepupils within their care, and in accordance with the School Behaviour Policy.
• Ensure reasonable behaviour and safe conduct of pupils by maintaining goodorder and discipline, dealing as appropriate (including restraint) with all incidentsof disorder ensuring that any disruption is minimised.

What We're Looking For

Experience:

• Experience of working with children.

Skills & Knowledge:

• An empathy with and an understanding ofchildren in the age range concerned
• Ability to be assertive when necessary.
• Ability to understand and follow relevantprocedures, e.g. health and safety, childprotection (including issues regardingrestraint), school behaviour policy.
• Good interpersonal communication skills

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to otherorganisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committedand motivated Team.
• A role which hasthe opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• A establishedCentral Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integralmember of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create anoutstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significantpart in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a widercommunity of Discovery Schools Trust.
• Free childcare.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity inour workforce.

Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless ofgender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If yourequire assistance completing your application, please contact [email protected] for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery SchoolsTrust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learningand teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of allchildren are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of theschool they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared throughlearning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leadingpractitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvementsystem which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also placesstaff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart ofachieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be madeearlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applicationspromptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the positionbut also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. Weappreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, thesuccessful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosureand Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in craftingpersonal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expectapplicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust mayutilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will beconsidered when shortlisting.