About this Role
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and responsible Senior Lunchtime Supervisor to join our friendly primary school team.
The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that our pupils enjoy a safe, happy and well-organised lunchtime. You will supervise children during lunchtime and play, promote positive behaviour and support pupils to develop respectful and positive relationships with others.
As a senior member of the lunchtime team, you will also help to lead and support other lunchtime supervisors, ensuring that routines and expectations are followed and that the playground and dining areas are safe and welcoming.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a warm, caring and positive approach to working with children.
- Can communicate confidently and build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
- Is calm, patient and able to manage behaviour appropriately.
- Can work effectively as part of a team and provide support and direction to others.
- Is reliable, organised and able to take responsibility.
- Is committed to promoting the wellbeing, safety and inclusion of every child.
Why Work for Affinity?
At Affinity, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, a workplace where everyone belongs, progresses, and thrives. We recognise that our colleagues are our greatest asset, and we are committed to ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered.
As a Trust, we are privileged to employ inspirational people who make a positive difference every day. In return, we continually strengthen our offer of a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment, one that promotes mental and physical wellbeing, builds confidence, and fosters pride across our organisation.
Our People Strategy
Belongs - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, champions equality, and ensures all staff feel respected, valued, and genuinely part of our community.
Progresses - Staff Development and CPD
Our Professional Growth Model empowers colleagues to take ownership of their development. Our strong investment in CPD sets us apart and ensures every colleague has the opportunity to grow and succeed.
Thrives - Wellbeing
We know that mental and physical wellbeing are essential to feeling supported and performing well. That's why we place strong emphasis on creating an environment where colleagues feel healthy, valued, and able to thrive.
What are the Benefits of Joining Affinity?
Core benefits:
- Investment in your professional development and CPD through our Professional Growth Model
- Removal of performance-related pay
- A commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace
- Opportunities for collaborative working through leadership and staff networks
- A Trust-wide approach to reducing workload
- Wellbeing initiatives supported by our Wellbeing Champion Network
- One dedicated wellbeing day per academic year
Additional benefits:
- Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support services
- Access to Benenden Health's self-pay private healthcare service
- Discounted gym membership with Everyone Active
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Flu vaccination vouchers
- Generous pension schemes through Teachers Pensions and the Local Government Pension Scheme
Additional Information
Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.
Please note: Completed applications should be received by 09:00am of the closing date. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.
We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
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Senior Lunchtime Supervisor at Horninglow Primary School employer: Horninglow Primary School
Join our dedicated primary school where we prioritise a supportive and inclusive work culture, fostering professional growth through our Professional Growth Model. As a Teaching Assistant Level 2 and Inclusion Officer, you will benefit from a range of wellbeing initiatives, including a dedicated wellbeing day each academic year and access to mental health support services, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children in our community.
