Mid-Day Supervisor

Job Description

We are looking for a Mid-Day Supervisor to manage our busy lunchtimes and lead other miday assistants. You will need to lead a team of miday assistants (MDAs) ensuring the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during the miday break in accordance with school policy and under the direction of the Headteacher.

General Duties

To ensure there is adequate supervision of pupils in all areas of the school building and fgrounds where pupils are permitted during the school break.
To assist children in selecting their meal and sitting in an appropriate place in the dining hall,
sandwich room
To assist children with eating their meal if applicable.
To clear tables when meals are finished and clear up any associated spillages.
To administer basic first aid as required.
To keep daily records of first aid administered, behaviour and sanctions employed, together
with any other relevant records that may be needed.
To provide pastoral care, guidance and routine advice to pupils as appropriate. Where necessary and appropriate to lead games and activities with the children.

We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures the appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical checks and enhanced CRB checks and evidence of qualifications.

Closing Date: Friday 18th October 2019

Interview date:Tuesday 22nd October 2019

Information about the School

On behalf of the children, staff and governors, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy and Nursery.

Based in Waltham Abbey, our school is very special – a happy and safe environment in which our children can learn, grow and develop into confident and successful young people.

Through our engaging curriculum, we ensure that children can foster a passion for learning and curiosity that will help to develop: a strong knowledge base, high aspirations and a lifetime of memories. We believe in ensuring that children receive a well-rounded education; where individual talents can be spotted and nurtured to ensure that all children experience success and reach their potential.

The school has a caring team that works hard to reach high standards in everything we do. We firmly believe that education is a partnership between home and school and regard you as an active partner in your child’s education and value your interest and support.

We are delighted to be part of the NET Academy Trust. The key aim of NET Academies Trust is to promote and lead innovative practice to help raise educational outcomes for all pupils.

We warmly welcome parents, carers and visitors into the school. If you have any questions regarding your child’s learning, your child’s class teacher will be happy to make an appointment to see you. My Deputy Headteachers and I are also on the playground before and after school each day and we are happy to help in any way we can. Alternatively, please feel free to speak with the school office about any queries you may have or contact me via the School Office on 01992 713 191.

Whether you are a parent of a pupil, or are considering joining us, we hope you’ll find all the information you need here. If you are considering enrolling your child at Waltham Holy Cross, please contact our school office to arrange a visit and to meet with me.

Finally, please do read some of our newsletters to find out about key dates/events and what your child is learning. Paper copies can be made available upon request from the school office.

I look forward to meeting you and working with you.

Sarah Clarke Headteacher Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy and Nursery.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.