Lunchtime Supervisor

We are looking for a caring and committed individual to join our team as a lunchtime supervisor, working over the lunch period in our SEND Unit. The role will involve supervising children whilst eating, as well as engaging children in activities. All of the children in our SEND Unit have complex needs and many are non or pre-verbal, meaning they rely on communication methods other than language. You will need to be patient and be able to remain calm in challenging circumstances. You will also need to have initiative in order to know when children might need support, or a change of activity. If you are excited by the prospect of working in a specialist setting within a mainstream school, then we would love to hear from you. The successful candidate will: - Have a genuine passion for working with children. - Have a calm and caring nature. - Be able to use their initiative as well as be guided by others. - Understand the important of keeping children safe. We can offer: - Delightful children who love being in school - Hard-working, motivated and knowledgeable staff, who work together in the best interests of children - Opportunities to work with colleagues across our schools - Investment in your development, through targeted CPD --------------------------------------------- Hull Collaborative Academy Trust (HCAT) Colleagues will benefit from being part of The Hull Collaborative Multi-Academy Trust (HCAT) where there are significant opportunities for further progression as well as generous employee benefits and favourable pay and conditions. As a member of HCAT we offer: - A chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives, helping pupils overcome challenges and reach their potential. - Daily opportunities to inspire, mentor, and guide children and young people. - A family-like atmosphere where staff, pupils, and families work together in a supportive community. - A shared purpose in shaping the future through learning and character development. - Access to generous pension schemes through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme. - Term-time only contracts available for many roles, supporting work-life balance, family life and reducing childcare needs. - Employee discounts on retail, leisure, and travel through trust partnerships. - A cycle to work scheme that promotes health and saves on commuting costs. - A confidential Employee Assistance Programme offering support for mental health, legal, and financial matters. - A dedicated wellbeing day to focus on personal rest and rejuvenation. - Mental Health Champions across the trust promoting a positive and inclusive culture. - Flexible working options depending on role and school needs. - An opportunity to be part of a collaborative trust and work alongside outstanding teachers and professionals. - The chance to work with staff who are passionate about helping every child become the best they can be. - Bespoke, high-quality professional development tailored to all career stages. - Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and excellence across the trust --------------------------------------------- TALENT POOL If you do not find a suitable job on our website at this moment, we encourage you to sign up for our Talent Pool. By joining, you'll stay connected with our Trust and be considered for future opportunities across our Trust as soon as they arise. It's a great way to ensure you're on our radar for roles that match your skills and interests.   Please use the following link https://mynewterm.com/candidate-login/ to join in. --------------------------------------------- SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT HCAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, online checks (including social media) may be carried out by the Trust, as part of our shortlisting process.