Lunchtime Supervisor (Grade N2)
7.5 hours per week (11:30am - 1:00pm)
The Governors of Archbishop Runcie Church of England VA First School wish to appoint a part time lunchtime supervisor, as soon as possible.
We are a welcoming Church of England school with happy, well behaved and highly motivated children and a dynamic, passionate and hardworking staff team. We have high expectations of ourselves and the children. Parents are highly supportive of the school.
We are looking to appoint a lunchtime supervisor to support our children in the lunch hall; washing hands, developing table manners, using cutlery, trying new foods and maintaining a clean and calm dining environment. The role will also include supervision of children at playtime, initiating games and activities. The working hours are 11:30 - 1:00pm, Monday – Friday.
We are looking for meticulous team member who will go the extra mile for the benefit of the school community. It will be an opportunity to play a full part in the continued development of our vision for all our children to become confident, secure, caring individuals who flourish in the love of God.
This post is suitable for an experienced childcare or supervisory assistant and/or someone with a good level of qualification or someone experienced in working with children. This post is N2 (term time only), 5 days per week. The postholder will be expected to be flexible and work additional hours to meet the needs of the school where required. There is one training days included.
The successful candidate will model high standards for themselves, the school and others. They will have a positive outlook and will be excited at the prospect of being part of our team.
The successful candidate will:
- have experience of supervising and engaging children in purposeful play
- have a passion for creating a calm and purposeful environment
- have suitable food hygiene qualifications and experience of dealing with food allergies and intolerances
- communicate effectively with colleagues
- work positively with parents and families and be willing to participate in all aspects of school life
- have high expectations of children's achievements and behaviour
- be flexible and work collaboratively and successfully as team members
- support the vision and Christian ethos of the school
- work successfully as part of a wider team
- be motivated, committed and proactive
- go the extra mile
- support the vision and ethos of the school
We are aiming to appoint the right candidate to start in post as soon as possible.
The role is 7.5 hours a week. Annual leave can only be taken during school closure periods.
Additional information
Completed applications should be accompanied by a covering letter and sent electronically directly to Mrs Massey, Headteacher, via email (admin@archbishop.newcastle.sch.uk)
Archbishop Runcie CE (VA) First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this firm commitment. As such, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken alongside other relevant employment checks deemed appropriate. Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Online searches will be undertaken as part of due diligence checks.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. We look forward to receiving your applications.
If you are ready for the next step in your career and you feel that your skill set makes you a good fit for this very exciting opportunity, then we look forward to receiving your application.
Application forms are available on the school website and returnable to Mrs K Massey by 9:00am on Monday 1st September. CVs will not be accepted