Lunchtime Supervisor (Fixed Term - Maternity Cover)

Ref: SCH-PAT-0097
Establishment: Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School Location: Pontefract Salary: 3100.18 Department: Pupil support Job Type: Part Time
Closing Date: 23/05/2022 10:00 Interview Date: 26/05/2022 Start Date: 20/06/2022

Additional Information

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 7.50 Weeks per Year: 38.000 Pay Grade: Grade 2 Scale Point 2

The Role

Ref: SCH-PAT-0097

Required as soon as possible

 

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi Academy Trust comprising of eight schools, six primaries and two 11 - 16 secondary schools. The Trust is a medium sized family of schools all located within a tight geographic hub within Pontefract. Pupils are drawn from the local community that includes a mix of different catchment areas. 

 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Lunchtime Supervisor to join Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant and Nursery School. The candidate will be responsible for the supervision of pupils during break and lunchtime periods, ensuring the safety and security of pupils, including indoor and outdoor duties. They will help children with their food and ensure they use good table manners.

This role is a fixed term maternity cover contract with an end date of 15th October 2022. This is a 7.5 hours per week, term time only contract equating to 190 working days per year.

 

The school can offer:

 

  • hard-working and highly committed staff who share a common sense of purpose and high expectations of what pupils can achieve.
  • a supportive Trust as your employer that are strongly committed to providing high quality CPD and career progression.
  • significant opportunities to work in collaboration with colleagues in this school and across the Trust.
  • the opportunity to work with ambitious and inspirational leaders.

 

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:


  • has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and pupils.
  • will make a difference in changing children’s life chances.
  • has the skills and abilities to support children of all abilities and personal needs.
  • can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
  • has the ability to form effective relationships with pupils and parents/carers.

 

For further information regarding this role, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact 01977 703270 or email recruitment@halfpenny.patrust.org.uk.

 

Completed application forms should be submitted on the system by the closing date of 10:00am on Monday 23rd May 2022.

 

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide criminal conviction information.

 


Skills

Qualifications
Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection issues
Desirable
Understanding of safety and security
Essential
Level 2 numeracy/literacy skills or willingness to work towards
Desirable
Basic numeracy and literacy skills
Essential
Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
Very high level of concentration and alertness required
Essential
Ability to make decisions as to when to involve senior staff in difficult situations
Essential
Practical supervision skills (in relation to children and young people)
Essential
High personal standards
Essential
Ability to organise self to plan and complete tasks
Essential
Ability to apply written and verbal instructions
Essential
Work as an effective team member and apply directions/instructions
Essential
Knowledge of basic Health & Safety and hygiene
Essential
Experience
Experience of dealing with children and young people in a paid or unpaid role
Essential
Experience of working in a school environment
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Respect confidentiality
Desirable
Reliability, integrity and stamina
Desirable
An excellent record of attendance and punctuality
Essential
Qualifications and Training
Knowledge of basic first aid
Essential

Related Documents

Safeguarding Information

Pontefract Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.


Pontefract Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School

Halfpenny Lane
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 4BW

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