Midday Supervisor/Play Team Member

These posts are on an initial 12 month fixed term basis, due to the current needs of the school. Part Time, 7.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 11.50am-1.20pm term time only. Annual holidays (actual paid weeks to be confirmed depending on any continuous service) to be taken during school holiday periods.

Role Profile:  PCD3A
Salary £23,151 (Pro Rata)  Hourly Rate £11.79 with non-contractual pay supplement to increase to UK Living Wage of £12/hour

The Governing Body seek to appoint 3 Midday Supervisors/Play Team members to join our existing staff, initially on a 12 month fixed term basis, to start 4 September 2024 until 31 August 2025. Job share will be considered.

Working as a member of the play team, you will ensure that all our children have meaningful lunchtime play every day. You will work as a member of the play team to create a safe and stimulating outdoor environment providing social, active and creative play experiences for all. The play team is also responsible for ensuring that all our children have a pleasant eating experience at lunch time, whilst maximising the time they can spend outside playing. You will support all our children as they visit the dining hall and are responsible for clearing and cleaning the hall to a state ready for use (eg for PE, school assemblies) in the afternoon. 

Knowledge, Experience and Training

●    Previous experience of play work or working with children is highly desirable. 
●    Knowledge and/or understanding of the OPAL Playwork Principles is desirable.
●    Previous first aid experience is desirable (basic First Aid training will be provided). 
●    Food Hygiene Certificate (or willing to undertake online training)
●    Literacy and numeracy: Ability to follow written guidance and procedures. 

Thomlinson Junior School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be appointed on completion of an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), satisfactory references and medical clearance.

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment.
Application pack and further details are available on the school website: www.thomlinson.cumbria.sch.uk
Completed applications are to be returned to the School Business Manager: Mrs K. Myers by either email sbm@thomlinson.cumbria.sch.uk  or paper copy, marked “Private and Confidential”.

Closing Date:  Wednesday, 26 June, Midday
Short-Listing:  Thursday, 27 June 2024
Interviews:  Tuesday, 2 July 2024