Job Description
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Start Date: Immediate Start
Hours: 11:30am - 2:00pm
Working Hours: 2.5 hours per day
Contract: Part-Time
Are you a friendly, caring and reliable individual who enjoys working with children?
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisor to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Maidstone, Kent, with an immediate start available.
The school has pupils with a range of needs, including some children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are looking for someone who is patient, approachable and confident in supporting children to have a happy, safe and enjoyable lunchtime experience.
The Role
As a Lunchtime Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:
- Supervising pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall and playground.
- Ensuring children are safe and well looked after throughout lunchtime.
- Supporting children with their meals and encouraging positive eating habits.
- Promoting positive behaviour and good manners.
- Supporting pupils with SEND and additional needs where required.
- Encouraging positive play and interaction between pupils.
- Helping to resolve minor disagreements and encouraging sharing and cooperation.
- Ensuring a clean, safe and welcoming lunchtime environment.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Is patient, caring and approachable.
- Enjoys working with primary-aged children.
- Has a positive and proactive attitude.
- Is confident supporting children with different needs and abilities.
- Has good communication and teamwork skills.
- Can remain calm and supportive in a busy school environment.
- Is reliable, punctual and enthusiastic.
Previous experience working with children or supporting pupils with SEND would be an advantage, but a caring attitude and willingness to learn are essential.
What''s on Offer?
- Immediate start available.
- Based in Maidstone, Kent.
- 2.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday.
- Working hours: 11:30am - 2:00pm.
- Opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive school environment.
- A rewarding role making a positive difference to children''s school day.
If you are passionate about supporting children and are looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today!
Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.