Lunchtime Supervisor

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 11.40-1.20, term time only. Main Purpose of the Post

• To ensure the safety, general welfare and conduct of children during the lunchtime period. Assist school and catering staff with basic cleaning and general duties in and around dining areas. To support with the children's lunchtime activities and encourage well-structured and safe play. Key Accountabilities Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children in accordance with the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, Behaviour Policy and SEND Policy. To complete any documentation required by the school in relation to incidents occurring during the lunchtime break period and to participate in review meetings, as required. To supervise children in designated areas of the school during lunchtime and to ensure their safety, welfare and general conduct through appropriate application of the school's policies and procedures. To supervise the movement of children to and from dining areas. To maintain good order in dining areas. To assist children, where necessary, with the collection of food and return of trays, or other items to the service counter. To assist children, where necessary, with the proper use of cutlery, drinking facilities or other aspects of the midday meal. To assist in the clearance of any spillages and wiping down, clearing or resetting of tables, as appropriate. To assist in the setting up and removal of dining furniture where necessary. To take any immediate action to attend to sickness or accidents by carrying out minor first aid and summoning relevant assistance. Supervise and encourage positive play for all year groups. Put out toys and outdoor play equipment at the beginning of lunch session and ensure all are tidied away at the end of the lunch session. Promote positive play and encourage playground games. Report any damaged or broken play equipment and any health and safety dangers. Ensure rubbish and any lost property are removed from playground and either returned to children or put in lost property box.