Dcc Jobs – LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR In Durham

Overview

Position Title: LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR

Company:  City Of Durham

Location:Durham, England, UK

Job Description

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise children outdoors
• Organise and implementing outside games and activities to encourage enjoyment at lunchtime.
• Set and maintaining high standards of behaviour within the schools behaviour policies.
• Respond to the different needs and interests of children.
• Organise activities for wet playtimes.
• Working closely with lunchtime colleagues.
• Good communication skills with pupils and other school staff.
•To interact positively and establish good relationships with all children and other staff as necessary.
• To ensure children enjoy lunchtime, healthy eating and a relaxed, engaging environment.
• To promote and support a whole school approach to inclusive play.
• To support all children and school staff as necessary.
• At all times to work within the school’s policies with regard to: Behaviour Management, Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Anti-Bullying, Confidentiality, Risk Management.
• To carry out responsibilities under the direction and guidance of the post’s manager.
• To support and supervise children in the dining room, playground, corridors, toilets or other areas during lunchtime depending on the timetable and rota established.
• To always listen to children’s concerns and respond appropriately.
• To deal with difficult or challenging behaviour by pupils in a calm and professional way.
• To be alert for children who are at risk of bullying or being
bullied and intervene in disputes be they physical or verbal as necessary.
• To ensure that all children who suffer any injury or accident are dealt with appropriately and in accordance with the school’s agreed procedures.
• To report any serious concerns regarding children’s welfare or behaviour to the Class Teacher(s) and/or Teaching Assistant(s) as and when they arise, and to inform the Senior Leadership Team as necessary.
• Assisting where necessary in ensuring that all those who are on the premises at lunchtime have authority to be there.

Requirements:

• Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.
• The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.