Poppleton Ousebank Primary School is seeking to appoint a warm, energetic, and responsible Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our friendly, hardworking team, working 7.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Lunchtime is a crucial part of our school day. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to making this time a safe, enjoyable, and engaging experience for all pupils. You will play a vital role in encouraging positive play and fostering good social skills in our vibrant, local community.
Main Purpose of the Role
Supervising children in the dining hall, playground, and classrooms during inclement weather.
Engaging with pupils, facilitating, and encouraging fun, active, and social playground games.
Maintaining a safe, caring, and orderly environment for all children.
Promoting healthy eating and good manners in the dining room.
About You
You are a caring and patient person with a passion for supporting children.
You possess a calm, positive, and firm manner.
You are a proactive team player who can also work on your own initiative.
You are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What We Offer
A welcoming and supportive team, Governors, and senior leadership.
Confident children with a positive attitude toward school life.
A well-resourced school with fantastic green spaces and facilities.
Access to Continuous Professional Development.
A role that is term-time only, perfect for work-life balance.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and wellbeing support
Job Details
Hours of Work: 7.5 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Senior Midday Supervisor
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.
Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.
Perry Perrott - Support Services Manager
01904 795930
p.perrott@pop.hlt.academy
Poppleton Ousebank Primary School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
