Midday Supervisor

We seek to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable Lunchtime Support Assistant to work in our Infant and Junior Schools.  This position involves the supervision of children both in the dining area and in the play areas to ensure that they have an enjoyable and sociable lunchtime experience as well as orderly conduct, welfare and safety of pupils during school lunch breaks.

This temporary role is dependant on school funding and will be reviewed in the Summer Term.

FOR THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED:

• Experience working within an education setting (Highly Desirable)
• School based references from the last 2 years (Desirable)
• A DBS on the update service or happy to complete a new one (Required)

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Basic numeracy and literacy e.g. through GCSE qualification in English and Maths or equivalent, or able to evidence ability at an equivalent level.
• previous childcare experience.
• a proven ability to work on their own initiative.
• a high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
• the ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
• a can-do attitude.
• flexible and a team player.

HOURS:

• The role is term-time only (39 weeks per year) 1.5 hours per day for up to 5 days a week : 7.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday 11:45 to 13:15
• Please state which and how many days you are looking to work, within your application.

SALARY:

• Surrey PS3 range (FTE £19,313 - £20,257)
• 7.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, £3,461 - £3,696 per annum Pro Rata
• £11.83 - £12.63 per hour

We offer an exciting and challenging environment, a dedicated, hardworking and supportive staff team and excellent opportunities and commitment to staff professional development.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via our Admin Manager, Emma Dennis.

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date. We would therefore recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.

References may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/ interviews have taken place.

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for a role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Closing date for applications is 11:59pm on Monday 20 February 2023, with interviews planned for week commencing 27 February 2023