Lunchtime Supervisor – Great Barr, City of Birmingham
Location: City of Birmingham
Duration: Ongoing
Salary:
£14.24 - 14.50 per hour
Start date: As soon as possible
Job Type: Temporary
Sector: Primary Education
Posted:
Job Description
School Type Mainstream School
Location Great Barr, Birmingham
Contract Type Part-time, Monday to Friday Term-time only 11:15am – 1:45pm 12.5 hours per week
Long-term opportunity with the potential to become a permanent member of school staff following a successful placement and the required transfer period.
Pay £14.24 per hour Weekly pay
Job Purpose
We are currently looking for a friendly, reliable and experienced Lunchtime Supervisor to support pupils during the lunchtime period at a welcoming school in Great Barr.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience working with children or young people who is looking for consistent part-time, term-time work that fits around the school day.
It is also a fantastic way to build school-based experience and develop your confidence working with pupils, particularly if your longer-term goal is to progress into a full-time Teaching Assistant or SEND Teaching Assistant role.
You will play an important part in making lunchtime safe, positive and enjoyable, supporting positive behaviour, encouraging social interaction and providing additional assistance to pupils where required.
For someone looking to build a career within education, this role provides valuable experience of school routines, safeguarding, pupil interaction and behaviour support.
For the right candidate, the position also offers longer-term potential, with the opportunity to apply for permanent opportunities directly with the school following a successful placement and required transfer period.
Key Responsibilities – Lunchtime Supervision
Supervise pupils throughout the lunchtime period
Monitor pupils within dining and communal areas
Supervise indoor and outdoor break periods
Encourage positive behaviour and respectful interaction
Promote positive play and appropriate social interaction
Support children who may require additional assistance
Help pupils follow school routines and expectations
Build positive and professional relationships with pupils
Respond appropriately to minor incidents
Report safeguarding, behaviour or welfare concerns to appropriate staff
Work alongside lunchtime supervisors, Teaching Assistants and other school staff
Help maintain a safe and welcoming environment
Follow safeguarding, behaviour and health and safety procedures
Person Requirements
Previous relevant experience working with children or young people is essential.
Relevant experience may include:
Lunchtime supervision
School support
Teaching Assistant work
Nursery or Early Years work
Childcare
Care work
Support work
Youth work
Social work
Sports coaching
SEND support
Family support
Any other relevant role involving direct work with children or young people
Applicants should also be:
Friendly and approachable
Reliable and punctual
Patient and calm
Confident promoting positive behaviour
Keen to build experience within a school environment
Able to communicate effectively with pupils and staff
Comfortable working as part of a team
Committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
Available Monday to Friday, 11:15am – 1:45pm
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Able to provide two satisfactory references
Qualifications
No formal qualification required.
Previous relevant experience working directly with children or young people is essential.
This role can be an excellent opportunity to build school-based experience and confidence before progressing towards full-time Teaching Assistant or SEND Teaching Assistant opportunities.
What New Directions Education Ltd Offers
Dedicated education consultant support
£14.24 per hour
Weekly pay
Consistent part-time school hours
Monday to Friday working
Term-time only
Valuable opportunity to build school-based experience
Excellent stepping stone towards future full-time Teaching Assistant and SEND Teaching Assistant opportunities
Opportunity to develop confidence working directly with pupils
Long-term placement offering stability
Opportunity to apply for permanent school positions following a successful placement and required transfer period
Ongoing support throughout your placement
Recommend a friend and receive £150 once they complete 10 days of work
Referral bonuses available to both new and existing candidates
Excellent reputation within education recruitment
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
to this vacancy.
Related Vacancies
School Administrator – Handsworth, City of Birmingham