Lunchtime Support Worker - School
15 hours per week - 10:30am- 1:30pm Monday to Friday
Term-time only (39 weeks)
£12.71 to £13.09 per hour (DOE)
St. Piers is committed to safeguarding and protecting our students and promotes the welfare of all learners. All recruitment activities follow theguidance outlined inKeeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), and Safer Recruitment (NSPCC). All successful applicants aresubject to completion of our pre-employment screening and vetting process, in full. This includes a relevantDisclosure Certificate (DBS) with relevantBarring Service checks, and referencingbeforeemployment can commence.
About the Role
We are seeking a caring, reliable and enthusiasticLunchtime Support Workerto join our team within our college setting. This role is vital in supporting our students during the lunchtime period, helping to create a safe, positive and inclusive environment.
You will work with young people with a range of special educational needs, including learning disabilities, autism and associated needs, supporting them with eating, social interaction and lunchtime routines.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students during lunch, including encouragement with eating and drinking
- Assist students with moving safely between areas
- Promote positive behaviour and social interaction
- Support individual needs in line with care and support plans
- Ensure students’ safety and wellbeing at all times
- Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Is patient, kind and confident working with young people with SEN
- Has a positive and flexible approach
- Can communicate effectively with students and staff
- Is reliable and punctual
- Has experience working with SEN (desirable but not essential – training provided)
More about St Piers
St Pierssits in the Education Directorate of Young Epilepsy, the leading national charity working exclusively to improve the lives of children and young people with epilepsy or associated conditions. We are a non-maintained residential special school for 4–25-year-olds, and we are an innovative and creative School and College for studentswith SEND, and a large percentage of our cohort have Epilepsy, autism, and severe learning difficulties, along with communication difficulties.
St Piers provides a variety of interactive and inclusive environments, both indoors and outdoors,thatsupport the pursuit of ambitions and aspirations through arange of exciting and creative spaces. Ourstudents are at the heart of the learning experienceby providing an environment where everyone canprogress and gain new skills.
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Lunch Support Worker - Children in Lingfield employer: Young Epilepsy
Young Epilepsy is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where Occupational Therapists can thrive. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to the well-being of both staff and students, employees benefit from competitive salaries, generous term-time hours, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with epilepsy. Located in the picturesque setting of Lingfield, Surrey, the organisation fosters a culture of teamwork and innovation, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered.
