Lunchtime Supervisor (Senior School) - #1801688

Job Overview

Lunchtime is an important part of the school day. We are looking to recruit a Lunchtime Supervisor to monitor our students in the dining hall and either outside on the field around the school interior depending on the weather.

We are looking for someone to positively engage with the students and monitor their behaviour. A walkie-talkie will be provided. Hours of work will be 12.45 - 14.00 Monday to Friday during term time only. Lunch can be provided beforehand.

Qualifications/Professional Development

• A first aid qualification would be desirable (or willingness to undergo training)
• A qualification in childcare would be beneficial but is not essential
  
  

Experience And Skills

• Experience of working with young people aged 11 - 18 in a school, college or similar environment would be beneficial
• Evidence of effective communication and listening
  
  

Knowledge

• Sound knowledge of safeguarding principles (full induction will be provided)
  
  

Personal attributes

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Build and maintain positive relationships through effective interpersonal skills 
• Responsible attitude to use of authority and maintaining discipline
• Excellent role model for staff and students
• Sensitivity to others and the ability to work cooperatively 
• Understand and demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity
• Excellent communication skills to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower students 
• Think creatively to anticipate and solve problems 
• Maintain a sense of perspective and humour 
• Naturally demonstrate a ‘can do’ helpful attitude 
• Reliability, integrity, resilience and tenacity 
• Commitment, honesty and dedication 
• Wholehearted commitment to the School’s vision and the life of a vibrant school community 
  
  

Applications, addressed to Mrs Clare Macro (Headmistress), should include a completed school application form and a covering letter. Please submit these to the HR & Compliance Officer, Ms Corinna Gregory: [email protected]

Closing date is 21st July, and interviews will take place shortly after this.

To comply with KCSIE, Edgbaston High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and Disclosure and Barring Services.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children."

Edgbaston High School is an equal opportunities employer.