School Lunch Supervisor: Calm, Caring Play & Lunch Help

Woolmer Hill School; Stapleford; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,515,000; Part time

Job summary

Woolmer Hill School in Stapleford is seeking a lunchtime supervisor to assist pupils during the meal period, helping with difficulties and encouraging good table manners while maintaining orderly conduct. You will also supervise children outside and indoors when weather is poor, stopping dangerous behaviour and comforting upset pupils.

The role requires patience, good communication and the ability to work as part of a team, with a reasonable level of fitness and the capacity to stay calm in

Qualifications

• Patience and calm demeanor when working with children.
• Good communication with pupils, staff and parents.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Reasonable level of fitness for playtime supervision.
• Ability to stay calm in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Help children during lunchtime, including assisting those in difficulties and guiding table manners.
• Encourage good table manners and supervise behaviour to prevent rough play.
• After lunch, supervise playtime in the playground, hall or classroom in bad weather.
• Stop dangerous behaviour and resolve disputes or fights.
• Comfort upset children and deal with minor injuries such as cuts or grazes.
• Organise games and ensure children enjoy their activity while staying under control.
• Maintain a calm, patient and supportive approach at all times.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Calm under pressure

Job description

Woolmer Hill School in Stapleford is seeking a lunchtime supervisor to assist pupils during the meal period, helping with difficulties and encouraging good table manners while maintaining orderly conduct. You will also supervise children outside and indoors when weather is poor, stopping dangerous behaviour and comforting upset pupils.

The role requires patience, good communication and the ability to work as part of a team, with a reasonable level of fitness and the capacity to stay calm in