Lunchtime Supervisor; Temporary

Position: Lunchtime Supervisor (Temporary)
Location: Sparkhill

Smile Education are currently recruiting for a Lunchtime Supervisor to start immediately at a welcoming all-through special school in Birmingham. The school supports pupils from primary through to secondary age with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting pupils during the lunchtime period, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and positive engagement in a structured and nurturing environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive school team.
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Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervising pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall and designated outdoor areas
Supporting pupils with SEND during meals and social times
Encouraging positive behaviour, interaction and inclusive play
Providing reassurance and guidance to pupils who may require additional support
Managing low-level behaviour and de-escalating situations calmly
Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety procedures are followed at all times
Reporting concerns, incidents or achievements to teaching and senior staff

The successful candidate will:

Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within a SEND or school setting
Be patient, caring and understanding of individual pupil needs
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Be reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Be confident supporting pupils across a range of ages and needs

What to expect from applicants?
Applicants should have previous experience working with children or young people. Experience supporting pupils with SEND is highly desirable, though training and guidance will be provided. A strong awareness of health and safety and safeguarding is essential.
Why work with Smile Education?
Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists with a proven track record of supporting school staff at every stage of their career. We offer ongoing support, training and CPD opportunities and work closely with schools across Birmingham and the surrounding areas to find the right role for you.
Safeguarding:
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be required to complete compliance checks including DBS, Barred List and reference checks.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications