Lunchtime Assistant

The duties of a Lunchtime Assistant are to work within a team, supervising pupils during the midday break and to sustain the welfare and safety of pupils during that break period, as directed by the senior midday supervisor/head-teacher. You are expected to keep matters concerning staff and children confidential, and to refer matters when necessary to the head-teacher.

To organisation of the entry of the pupils into the dining room.

To provide positive and firm control by implementing the school discipline/ behaviour policy.

To deal with cases of unruly or unsocial behaviour by pupils where appropriate or report the incident immediately to the head-teacher or his/her nominated representative.

To mop up and wipe spillage from the floor surfaces or meal tables and ensure that the dining area is left in a tidy condition.

Ensuring pupils keep out of areas that are out of bounds, and don't leave the school premises.

Effective supervising pupils in the dining hall and other parts of the school.

Deal with, record and make appropriate decisions concerning first aid incidents and illness to ensure maximum safety for the children during lunchtime. Check, monitor and resolve health and welfare issues, and where necessary refer these to appropriate members of staff.

Set up and clear away tables and benches/chairs in dining areas; clean up any spillages of food and drink, and sweep the floors once they have been cleared, to ensure that the dining areas are ready for children to use when required, and that the floors are kept clean and safe.

Ensure there is adequate provision of resources, including play equipment and organised games, to keep children occupied during the lunchtime period and to organize the lunchtime period and coordinate duties with colleagues to ensure an appropriate balance of dining and recreation time for children.

Liaise with teaching staff to share information, concerns and issues regarding children to ensure that there is continuity in helping to solve any issues or problems throughout the school.

To carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post, in accordance with the school's Health and Safety Policy and relevant Health and Safety Guidance and Legislation.

To promote the safeguarding of children.

Be able to talk to children and adults in a clear and calm manner.

Encourage high standards of pupil behaviour at all times and initiate games and activities appropriate to the age of the children.

Permanent, Part time, Term time (7.5 hours per week/ 39 weeks per year)

Have proven experience of supervising children.

Somebody who is able to communicate clearly, understand and follow instructions.

Experience of undertaking general cleaning duties.

Committed to promoting the welfare of all children and creating a safe environment in which children can learn; considering, at all times, what is in the best interests of the child.

Play an important part in the wider safeguarding of children - identifying concerns, sharing information and taking prompt action to safeguard and protect them., We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Malcolm Arnold Prep School is a warm and welcoming primary school in Northampton, offering a world‑class education for children aged 4-11.

At MAPS, we are continually striving to excite and motivate our pupils through a rich and inspiring curriculum. We are committed to supporting each child to reach their full academic potential.

Our aim is to create memorable experiences which enable our pupils to become successful,…