Play Team Member/lunchtime supervisor

The Methodist Church in Britain; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Staff wellbeing

Well-resourced school

Supportive colleagues

Job summary

St Oswald's CofE Academy is seeking a lunchtime supervisor to help supervise pupils and plan engaging play. The role focuses on keeping children safe, included and active during lunch and playtime.

Experience with children is desirable. Enhanced DBS clearance and right to work in the UK are required, with no visa sponsorship. You will work with a supportive team and have opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with children and adults.
• Patient and caring approach to pupils.
• Passion for play, creativity and active playtimes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children at lunchtime to ensure safety.
• Plan and deliver engaging indoor and outdoor play activities.
• Promote inclusive, positive play and social interaction.
• Ensure play areas are safe and well-maintained.
• Collaborate with the Play Coordinator and senior staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient and caring

Playful and creative

Job description

This lunchtime post sits in the play team at St Oswald's CofE Academy, a Church of England primary school rated good by Ofsted. The job centres on supervising pupils at lunchtime and planning indoor and outdoor play that keeps children safe, included and active. Forest school, a sandpit and a large field form the play setting, and prior experience with children is desirable rather than essential. Enhanced DBS clearance and right to work in the UK are required, with no visa sponsorship.

What the job involves

• Supervise children in the playground or school field at lunchtime to keep them safe and well
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging indoor and outdoor play activities for a range of ages
• Promote positive play, social interaction and inclusion among pupils
• Ensure play areas are safe, manage equipment and support children, including those with additional needs
• Work with the wider team and report concerns to the Play Coordinator or senior staff

Skills & knowledge

• Strong communication skills
• Patient and caring, able to build positive relationships with children
• Passion for play, creativity and active, fun playtimes

Checks & eligibility

• Full enhanced DBS check
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Nice to have

• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting

What’s offered

• Welcoming and supportive school community
• Friendly, supportive colleagues who work well together
• Training opportunities and professional development
• Senior leadership team that prioritises staff wellbeing as well as pupils
• Well-resourced school and grounds