About UsWe are a two form entry Primary School with nearly 400 children on roll. Set on the outskirts of Bromley, we pride ourselves in providing a safe and welcoming environment that nurtures pride, mutual understanding and self esteem.
We encourage independence and creativity as well as a healthy social and emotional growth.
We embrace ethnic, cultural and religious diversity. Main Areas of ResponsibilityThis role has a range of tasks including overseeing the Midday Lunch period, supervising break and lunch times and admin support for Class Teachers. You will have have the opportunity to develop additional skills with CPD opportunities.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Undertaking direct supervision of pupils in designated areas, ensuring safe and orderly conduct.
Assisting with daily decisions on areas for pupil use e.g. wet lunchtimes.
Supporting the safe use of children’s play equipment.
Promoting games and activities, motivating pupils during the lunchtime break, ensuring school rules regarding games allowed are met and that health and safety procedures are maintained.
Supporting and supervising pupils in the dining area as appropriate e.g. encouragement to eat, help with choosing and cutting food, return of trays, cutlery etc.
Supporting pupils in the play/other areas who may require assistance.
Dealing with minor incidents and first aid where appropriate, referring serious incidents to Senior Lunchtime Coordinator/Principal or nominated supervisor.
Cleaning up spillages or debris around the dining/play areas to ensure the maintenance of good order, discipline and safety.
Qualifications & ExperienceWe would like to hear from you if you have:
Understanding of the educational, social and welfare needs of pupils in the midday break
Understanding of the importance of the meal and break as a social and educational occasion
Experience of supervising pupils (individuals or groups) in a relevant age setting
Good spoken and written English
Ability to encourage and inspire young people
Good organisational skills
Ability to work effectively with people across a wide range of levels and responsibilities
Ability to judge when advice/assistance is needed to meet pupil’s needs
Ability to liaise with parents/carers in a professional manner observing the boundaries of the role and respecting confidential information
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & BenefitsOur people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.