About this role
BROAD DESCRIPTION:
Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of pupils during the lunchtime period.
Work under the general direction of the Office Administrator or other designated person in charge
Responsibility for others: The post has some impact on the well-being of individuals or groups (ie physical, mental, social, health and safety).
Responsibility for staff: The post has limited no direct responsibility for supervising other staff though may be expected to demonstrate tasks or advise/guide new employees, work experience or trainees.
Responsibility for budget: The post has no direct responsibility for financial resources other than occasional handling small amounts of cash, processing cheques, invoices etc.
Responsibility for physical resources: The post has limited no direct responsibility for physical resources, other than the handling and careful use of equipment.
TYPICAL TASKS
Supervise toileting and washroom activity
Escort children to and from dining room
Supervise collection of meals and assist with use of cutlery
Assist pupils when returning used plates, trays, cutlery, glasses/beakers and clearing tables
Supervise pupils eating food brought from home and ensure packed lunch equipment is cleared away
Supervise classroom and outside activities, encouraging inclusion
Ensure orderly return to classroom
Attend to minor accidents or to pupils who become ill
Report to SMDS if accident occurs or if pupil falls ill
Monitor pupil behaviour, intervening as necessary in accordance with behaviour policy
Report to SMDS any breaches of school rules
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING AND LIKELY ABILITIES
Literacy skills to be able to understand school policies and complete accident book
Be able to understand, comply and work within policies: eg. school behaviour policy, child protection policy, health and safety, confidentiality and other school rules
Be aware of cultural differences
Any other duties that are reasonable and in line with this level of responsibility.