Salary: Surrey Pay Scale PS3 covering point 3
FTE £23,576Actual salary £5,485.Contract: Permanent, Part time, term time only
Hours: 10LEO Academy Trust may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this job may be withdrawn at any point without notice. With this in mind, you are encouraged to apply as early as possibleShortlisting: To be confirmed with shortlisted applicant
Interviews: To be confirmed with shortlisted applicant
Start date: As soon as recruitment checks are completedLEO Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, Lead Midday Supervisor to oversee and manage the Midday Supervisor team at our school, supervising the children during the lunch period. Applicants should be able to supervise the organisation of activities at lunchtime which engage the children and are enjoyable.Please apply for this position by visiting the LEO Academy Trust website. You should describe your suitability against the person specification and ensure that you cover all essential criteria (if not marked as essential, please assume all are essential), by providing evidence and examples of proven experience. We are unable to accept CV’s without a completed application.Informal conversations are welcomed; please contact the Trust’s HR Team. You will:
Hold an appropriate NVQ3 qualification or equivalent (essential)*
Have experience of working with children (essential)
Have a knowledge of playground games and suitable activities for children during wet play times
Hold a current first aid qualification
Hold a current food hygiene qualification
Qualities and Attributes
The qualities and skills to lead a team of midday supervisors under the direction of the Principal
The ability to adhere to and promote the school’s behaviour policy and to ensure staff are following procedures
To be able to model an assertive and respectful way in talking and dealing with children
Able to give advice to the rest of the team for dealing with minor incidents, and to report any more serious incidents to the Principal/ Executive Principal immediately.
To have the ability to use your initiative but seek advice and help when required
To have a caring nature
To have the skills to listen to a child, be non-judgemental whilst also being firm and fair.
To be able to communicate effectively and have good listening skills
To be competent in the use of ICT and be able to carry out administrative tasks effectively Qualities and Attributes
The qualities and skills to lead a team of midday supervisors under the direction of the Principal
The ability to adhere to and promote the school’s behaviour policy and to ensure staff are following proceduresTo be able to model an assertive and respectful way in talking and dealing with children
Able to give advice to the rest of the team for dealing with minor incidents, and to report any more serious incidents to the Principal/ Executive Principal immediately.To have the ability to use your initiative but seek advice and help when required
To have a caring nature
To have the skills to listen to a child, be non-judgemental whilst also being firm and fair.
To be able to communicate effectively and have good listening skills
To be competent in the use of ICT and be able to carry out administrative tasks effectively
LEO Academy Trust champions continuous professional development and delivers a programme of in house CPD. We also work with a range of partners to offer accessible training for all staff.We believe in the importance of succession planning, and that we are well placed to support you in your next challenge. We offer opportunities to work across different academies within the Trust, and a commitment to promotion opportunities, encouraging ‘home grown’ talent.