The Propeller Academy Trust
Lunchtime Supervisor
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Job Title: Lunchtime Supervisor
John Watson School is seeking to appoint a Lunchtime Supervisor to join our existing vibrant and friendly team at our all-age special school.
About the Role
This is a permanent post working from 11:30am until 1:30pm each day and is term time only. The duties include:
- Preparing the dinner hall for lunch
- Supervising and assisting pupils in the hall
- Supervising pupils throughout the lunch break
All training will be provided by existing school staff.
There are often opportunities for supply work in the classroom either before or after the lunch should this be of interest.
Responsibilities
- Provide lunchtime support for designated pupils
- Work with other lunchtime supervisors to set up the lunch hall using the pupil seating plan
- Assist in transferring pupils between the classroom, lunch hall, and outside play area
- Help with feeding of individual pupils
- Support pupils to maintain good eating habits and good behavior
- Supervise designated pupils on the playground
- Support pupils to meet their targets in both the lunch hall and outside break duty
- Assist the teacher and teaching assistants to manage behavior as required
- Participate in some training events, such as Safeguarding
- Be aware of and comply with Health and Safety legislation and policies of the school
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Who We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children, particularly those with learning difficulties
- A strong team player with the confidence to use initiative when needed
- Able to follow direction and adapt to changing situations
- Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice
- Physically fit to meet the demands of the role, including manual handling and being active throughout the day
- Flexible and adaptable, with willingness to work across teams or school sites
- Happy to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
- Positive, proactive, and resilient attitude
- First Aid qualification (desirable)
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- A trust-wide commitment to wellbeing, including paid wellbeing days, (1 each long term!), generous PPA time, and free on-site parking.
- Flexible working options
- Access to an employee assistance programme
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee referral scheme (earn up to £500 for successful referrals)
- A caring supportive staff team
- A strong safeguarding and therapeutic culture
How to Apply
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today via the link provided and join our dedicated team at John Watson School. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact:
Amy Wilkinson, School Business Manager
📞 01865 452725
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