School Meals Supervisory Assistant and Play Team Member

School Meals Supervisory Assistant and Play worker - 6.5hrs a week

Fixed Term Contract starting asap

Please note – this is a maternity cover position and will end on 31^st December 2026. There would only be an opportunity to extend this if the situation arose.

Salary Grade 2 - £14.41 hourly rate

This position is for someone to work with other members of our lunch play team ensuring the smooth, happy running of the lunchtime break and supervision of the children. Our school values the importance of play and has a Platinum OPAL.

As a successful candidate you will have the ability to work in a team and be an effective communicator. During lunchtime you will be expected to support and develop pupil’s social and play skills. You will be required to supervise the dining room or other areas of the school grounds whilst the children are at play. The site and provision is evolving over time, so being creative, positive and adaptable to change are important skills to have. Experience of qualification in play work would be desirable but not essential; all the play team member received play work essentials training and engage in reflective practice meetings regularly.

You will need to manage pupils in a clear, consistent and fair way. All our children whatever their background and need, including children with identified special needs and vulnerable children, will expect to be treated fairly and supported during their lunch break. You will be expected to deliver First Aid when required and so must have a qualification or the ability to complete training as required arranged by us.

We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The Successful candidate will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at DBS checks: detailed guidance – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interested applicants can contact the school office for an application form or download of the school website. www.pettshill.org

School Meals Supervisory Assistant and Play worker - 6.5hrs a week

Fixed Term Contract starting asap

Please note – this is a maternity cover position and will end on 31st December 2026. There would only be an opportunity to extend this if the situation arose.

Please note – this is a maternity cover position and will end on 31^st December 2026. There would only be an opportunity to extend this if the situation arose.