Midday Supervisory Assistant for Beechcroft St Paul's, Weymouth

Dorset Council; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Dorset Council is seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our school team in Salisbury. You will supervise pupils during the midday break, promoting safety, calm behaviour and positive interactions in the dining hall and outdoors as needed.

The role is permanent, term-time only, with hours from 12:00 to 13:45, 8 hours 45 minutes per week. No formal qualifications required as training is provided; commitment to safeguarding and a supportive school ethos is essential.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient approach when engaging with children.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and school ethos.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during the midday break, ensuring safety, welfare and good conduct.
• Assist pupils with meals in the dining hall and with clearing tables.
• Maintain order and promote positive behaviour during lunchtime.
• Assist with clearing tables, wiping surfaces and addressing spillages.
• Supervise outdoor areas when required and report incidents appropriately.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Relationship building

Job description

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our caring and committed school team. This is an important role supporting the safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour of our pupils during the lunchtime period.

The role is offered as a permanent contract, term time only. Your normal working hours would be 12pm to 1.45pm Monday to Friday (8 hours 45 minutes per week).

About the Role

As a Midday Supervisory Assistant, you will be responsible for supervising pupils during the midday break, both in the dining hall and, at times, outdoors. You will help ensure that lunchtime is a safe, calm and happy experience for all children, promoting positive behaviour in line with the school’s policies and Christian ethos.

The role also includes supporting pupils during meals, assisting with basic cleaning and clearing duties in dining areas, and responding appropriately to minor accidents or incidents.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during the midday break, ensuring their safety, welfare and good conduct
• Support pupils in the dining hall, including moving to and from dining areas
• Assist pupils with meals where necessary (e.g. trays, cutlery, drinks)
• Maintain good order and behaviour during lunchtime
• Assist with clearing tables, wiping surfaces and dealing with spillages
• Carry out minor first aid and report accidents or incidents appropriately
• Supervise pupils on the playground or external areas when required
• Work closely with other staff and fully comply with safeguarding procedures

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and able to build positive relationships with children
• Calm and confident in responding to challenging behaviour
• Organised, flexible and reliable
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Committed to upholding the Christian ethos of the school
• Enthusiastic, resilient and self-motivated

No formal qualifications or previous experience are required, as training can be provided. Experience of working with children or in a school setting would be an advantage.

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Safeguarding Statement

Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.