Midday Supervisor

MIDDAY SUPERVISOR Job Role: Midday Supervisor Working days: 2 days per week Contract: Part time, Term time only Location: Portway Primary School, Stratford Road, Plaistow, London, E13 0JW Please note applications will be considered on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and interview and appoint candidates before the advertised closing date. Portway Primary School is looking for a Midday Supervisor to join our dedicated team and help ensure that students enjoy a safe, positive and welcoming break/lunchtime experience. As a Midday Supervisor, you will play an important role in maintaining high standards of behaviour, safety and cleanliness across the restaurant, kiosk and wider school site. You will work closely with colleagues to supervise students, reinforce expectations and provide a calm, approachable presence throughout break/lunchtime period.

Key responsibilities

As part of the lunchtime team, you will: Supervise students in the restaurant, kiosk and designated areas around the school site. Ensure students queue quietly and orderly when collecting their meals. Encourage students to clear away trays, plates and rubbish appropriately. Ensure students follow the school's restaurant rules and behaviour expectations. Help maintain clean, safe and welcoming lunchtime areas. Assist with cleaning up spillages and breakages and report any hazards promptly. Pick up litter in and around the restaurant and kiosk. Reinforce the school's behaviour expectations and seek assistance when required. Identify and report potential health and safety or site hazards, ensuring areas remain monitored until they are safe. Act as a calm, safe and approachable adult for pupils who may be distressed or overwhelmed, reporting concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). Work collaboratively with colleagues and support other members of the lunchtime team as required. Model high standards of professional behaviour and presentation at all times. Promote The Portway Primary School Way and contribute positively to the school's ethos. Undertake relevant training and professional development. Carry out other reasonable duties appropriate to the role and as directed by the Headteacher. About you We are looking for an individual who is reliable, caring, approachable and confident, with a genuine interest in supporting young people. Knowledge, skills and experience An understanding of student welfare and child protection within a school environment. Experience of working effectively as part of a team. Experience of liaising with colleagues within an organisation. Experience of working closely with young people aged 11-16. The ability to demonstrate initiative and respond proactively to unexpected problems or situations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to remain calm and effective when working under pressure. General Responsibilities Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school. Uphold the school’s policies, expectations and code of conduct. Maintain high standards of professionalism, attendance and punctuality. Attend relevant staff, departmental, training and parents’ meetings as required. Complete relevant training, including safeguarding and professional development. Support the school in promoting high expectations, inclusion and student success. Undertake other reasonable duties. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY: We are committed to and champion equality and diversity in all aspects of employment within the London Borough of Newham. All employees are expected to understand and promote equality and diversity in the course of their work. SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN: This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold all relevant procedures. Reference should be made to the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and the National Standards for Teachers. It is a requirement that teachers meet these standards