Midday Supervisor

Job Title Midday Supervisor Employment Status: Permanent Working Hours: 10 hours per week, Term time only Actual Salary: Grade 1 - £5,719 pro rata per annum Required: As soon as possible Location: Coventry About the role We are seeking to appoint a a reliable, flexible and practical individual. The successful candidate will support our school in assisting children in the dining room and supervising them during play. Duties will include: assisting children in the dining hall with opening lunch boxes and cutting up food as appropriate; clearing tables and disposing of waste food and drink; supervising children in the hall and out on the playground and assist in overseeing games and activities for children, in particular indoors when weather prevents outdoor play. We are looking for someone who: Has experience working with children and is able to build positive relationships while effectively managing behaviour and maintaining a respectful learning environment Possess good individual and team skills and be ready to deal with a variety of situations and challenges. All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy. About us Walsgrave Church of England Academy is a faith-based primary school in the city of Coventry with a commitment to inclusivity and excellence. We have a diverse student population, including pupils with EAL, SEND, and those eligible for pupil premium. Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment where every child can achieve their full potential. Our whole school community values the contribution every child brings, which makes our school a happy and fun place to learn and work. Our mission statement is: ‘Together We Thrive’ and this sentiment underpins all we do. We are a member of Inspire Education Trust, a Coventry based multi-academy trust which sets out to provide an environment where both staff and students can thrive, and putting children at the heart of everything we do. Why work for us? A career at Inspire Education Trust offers a rewarding future, with the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives and outcomes of our young people. We work hard to provide an environment which places staff wellbeing at the forefront of the agenda, as well as providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development. As such, we offer a portfolio of benefits designed to enhance and support the working lives of our staff. These include, but are not limited to: A highly supportive and committed senior leadership team Employee Assistance Programme which offers 24/7 confidential advice and support on a range of matters and free access to accredited counsellors A focus on staff wellb