Midday Meals Supervisor
Job Description
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About Us
Our aim is to provide our pupils with a well-rounded and enjoyable education that ensures each child succeeds academically, physically and emotionally - preparing them for life in an ever-changing world. We have identified three Core Values, which underpin everything we do in school: Ready - Respectful - Safe
They are our foundations and we have a clear expectation that all adults as well as children and staff model and respect these values both inside and outside the academy. These foundations have enabled us to build high quality, inspiring education for our children. This is reflected in both the exceptional day to day practice here as well as the improving outcomes our children have achieved in each year.
Our knowledge rich curriculum has been designed to challenge and inspire the children; exposing them to a wide variety of exciting experiences including visits, events, sports, music and drama but also time to reflect and respond. As a result, our children develop excellent behaviour and social skills while they learn.
We are extremely proud to be part of the Harris Federation which combines 55 primary, secondary and all-through academies across London. As part of a thriving community of schools we benefit from the ability to share, learn, support and challenge each other as we grow together.
If you would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to contact us.Our aim is to provide our pupils with a well-rounded and enjoyable education that ensures each child succeeds academically, physically and emotionally - preparing them for life in an ever-changing world. We have identified three Core Values, which underpin everything we do in school: Ready - Respectful - Safe
They are our foundations and we have a clear expectation that all adults as well as children and staff model and respect these values both inside and outside the academy. These foundations have enabled us to build high quality, inspiring education for our children. This is reflected in both the exceptional day to day practice here as well as the improving outcomes our children have achieved in each year.
Our knowledge rich curriculum has been designed to challenge and inspire the children; exposing them to a wide variety of exciting experiences including visits, events, sports, music and drama but also time to reflect and respond. As a result, our children develop excellent behaviour and social skills while they learn.
We are extremely proud to be part of the Harris Federation which combines 55 primary, secondary and all-through academies across London. As part of a thriving community of schools we benefit from the ability to share, learn, support and challenge each other as we grow together.
If you would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Summary
Do you want to support an academy near you? We are looking for a Midday Meals Supervisor to join our team at Harris Primary Academy Orpington, securing the safety, welfare and good conduct of children during the lunchtime break period.
The actual salary for this role will be £6,627.95 - £6,722.79 (10 hours per week, 38 weeks per year).
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Main Areas of Responsibility
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 & Experience
We 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.
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Professional Development & Benefits
Our 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 includesour Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, an Annual Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more abouton our website.
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitmen...
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