Islamia Primary School- Senior Lunch Time Supervisor Assistant

The school

To strive to provide the best education in a secure Islamic environment through the application of the Qur’an and Sunnah.

Islamia Primary School (established on 1983) is a two form entry faith based voluntary-aided school situated in North West London. We are a consistently ‘Good’ school aspires to be nothing short of excellent in all aspects of school life and we work hard to nurture and produce a generation that contributes positively to the wider community.

We are on a journey to become an ‘Outstanding’ school and the school is seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Headteacher to join our highly dedicated team. The prospective candidate should be an ambitious, energetic and outstanding primary practitioner.

We offer:

• a positive and caring ethos and working atmosphere
• friendly children, eager to learn and achieve
• a committed, enthusiastic and supportive staff team
• excellent support from the Governing Body, the staff and parents
• an excellent opportunity for professional and career development

If you feel you have the enthusiasm and commitment to contribute to the ongoing development of this successful, friendly and supportive school, we would like to hear from you. Islamia Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education Legislation. 

The role

Principal Accountabilities And Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day support to Lunch Time Supervisory Assistants and to ensure School Meals Supervisory Assistants are carrying out their duties in accordance with the Schools procedures.
• Undertake the organisation of a work rota for School Lunchtime Supervisory Assistants to ensure clear lunchtime supervision working arrangements by School Meals Supervisory Assistants in their supervision of pupils during the midday.
• Take responsibility for the general welfare and discipline of pupils immediately prior to and during the lunch period.
• Assist in preparing the dining area for lunch, including distributing cutlery, assisting with clearing tables and ensuring the dining area remains tidy.
• Supervise and interact with pupils during the lunch break, encouraging positive social skills and good behaviour in pupils.
• Encourage inclusive and positive play in the playground and inside school during wet/adverse weather conditions.
• To supervise pupils on the school premises, (hall and classrooms etc.), movement of pupils on the stairs through corridors, when they are not allowed outside in inclement weather.
• Ensure pupils are dressed appropriately for the prevailing weather conditions.
• Implement and support the school’s behaviour policies, ensure pupils comply with the school’s behaviour policies, and report serious misdemeanours to senior staff.
• Assist with the general welfare/hygiene of pupils, including the supervision of toileting, washing hands and assisting pupils who soil/dirty their clothes.
• Encourage good table manners and eating habits among pupils.
• Understand the Healthy Eating Agenda in schools and encourage healthy eating to pupils in assisting pupils in their choice of meals.
• To liaise with the Operations Manager directly or SLT or welfare, when required with regard to the special or restricted dietary needs of pupils for medical and/or religious/cultural reasons.
• To be responsible in ensuring that any special dietary requirements for a pupil are notified to all Lunch Time Supervisory Assistants in their lunchtime supervision of any such pupil.
• Deal with accidents, spillages (including body fluids) in the playground or dining area, ensuring these do not cause a safety hazard to others e.g. pupils and staff.
• Be vigilant in the playground, and recognise potential dangers.
• To supervise and observe entrance to the school during the lunch break to ensure children do not leave the playground. Check on any strangers who may enter the school premises, be observant of any loiterers and report to the Head Teacher/senior staff member.
• Deal with minor accidents/sickness ensuring if required seeking any assistance from a nominated first aider and report any serious incident or emergency to a relevant member of staff immediately.
• Ensure accidents/incidents are reported and recorded in the accident/incident book in line with the school’s policy.
• Assist in checking that all pupils return to class following lunch.
• Participate in training, induction and development activities and programmes, and attend and participate in meetings as required, including assisting in organising regular meetings for School Meals Supervisory Assistants.
• The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the operations Manager or Head Teacher to carry out appropriate duties within context of the job, skills and grade
• Maintain confidentiality in relation to pupil information and report problems/issues as well as significant matters with regard to pupil’s play and behaviour to a relevant teacher or senior member of staff immediately.
• Participate in the supervision, induction, training and development of colleagues as required.
• Contribute to the school’s commitment to equality of access to opportunities to learn and develop for all pupils.
• To be aware of the diverse background of pupils and to respect the dignity of pupils.
• Undertake these duties within agreed departmental service/school objectives, policies and procedures and promote the Council's Equal Opportunities Policy.

The person

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced Senior or Lunch Time Supervisor who has some management experience.
• Has a level 3 NVQ/ A-levels with a good level of English as minimum.
• Is IT proficient and has experience of working with basic office tools.
• Is committed to working with children including children with special and additional needs.
• Has previous experience in working in schools and as part of a team.
• Has good interpersonal skills and the ability to support colleagues.
• Can work strategically with staff and leadership teams.
• Is respectful of the school’s ethos.
• Can be a positive role model.
• Has good communication skills.
• Has the ability to multi-task.
• Is punctual.