Midday Supervisory Assistant

Kensworth CE Academy is looking for a dedicated Midday Supervisor to join our friendly lunch team. In this role, you will help our pupils aged 4 to 11 develop healthy eating habits, practice good manners, and engage in safe, active play. Your Core Responsibilities: Supervise children in the dining hall, assisting them with opening packaging, using cutlery, and maintaining a clean environment. Lead and encourage playground games , ensuring all children are included, active, and safe. Manage pupil behaviour positively in line with the school's behaviour policy. Attend to accidents and administer basic first aid (training will be provided). Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other supervisors to ensure a smooth transition between morning lessons and afternoon registration. What We Are Looking For: A patient, kind, and approachable manner with young children. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team. A proactive attitude toward children's safety and well-being. Flexibility and a good sense of humour. Previous experience working with children is desirable, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are most important. What We Offer: A supportive, welcoming, and inclusive school community. Comprehensive induction and ongoing training (including safeguarding and first aid). Term-time only working hours, perfectly suited to fit around family or other commitments. Additional Information Applicants for this public-facing role must be able to converse with and provide effective support or advice to pupils, parents, and colleagues fluently in spoken English. Visits are warmly welcomed - please contact Sarah Rooney or Aimee Knott at Kensworth CE Academy to make further arrangements. We reserve the right to close before the advertised closing date, with interviews taking place soon after. Early applications are therefore recommended. All applications will be considered on receipt. Please note that applications must be the creation of the candidate applying. While technology, including artificial intelligence, may be used to help the candidate select certain phraseology, if substantial use of AI is used, the application will be disregarded. Safeguarding Statement Diocese of St Albans Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Diocese of St Albans Multi-Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All applications to be submitted through My New Term. No CV’s will be accepted.