Suppertime Supervisor
We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Suppertime Supervisor to register pupils for supper, maintain standards of behaviour and dress, and supervise boarding pupils over suppertime.
Tring Park School for the Performing Arts is one of the UK’s leading vocational and academic schools, set in glorious countryside just half an hour from London. With 360 boarding and day pupils aged 7 to 19, you will join a dedicated and supportive staff team that offers the benefit of small classes with talented and committed students, along with strong public examination results.
We offer a wide range of benefits, including free school lunches during term time (while you are working), a cycle-to-work scheme, an employee assistance programme, free onsite parking, and enhanced maternity and paternity schemes.
About the role
*The contract is Monday – Friday from 5.45pm – 7.00pm during term time (Hourly paid).
We will be shortlisting and interviewing on an ongoing basis and may appoint before the closing date, so we encourage early applications.
Main Duties
Role-specific Responsibilities
- Taking the supper register.
- Supervising and managing the supper queue and pupil activities in the dining hall over supper.
- Monitoring eating habits of any pupils of concern.
- Reporting anything of note regarding pupil welfare and wellbeing to the houseparents.
- Issuing referrals if required for any poor behaviour, including the wearing of incorrect uniform.
Professional Responsibilities
- Participate fully in departmental meetings, staff meetings, parents’ and whole-school events where relevant.
- Engage in continuing professional development.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Contribute positively to the ethos and reputation of the school.
- Uphold and promote the school’s vision, values and policies.
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students, staff and school matters.
- Participate in relevant professional development and training.
- Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post.
Person Specification
Essential
- Excellent timekeeping and attention to detail are essential. This is a pupil-facing role and can be quite time-pressured, so the ability to build a rapport with young people whilst remaining firm, fair and consistent is an advantage.
- Experience of working with children.
- Competent IT skills.
- Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Adhere to all school safeguarding, child protection, and health and safety policies and procedures.
- Report any concerns regarding the welfare of pupils in accordance with school procedures.
- Participate in safeguarding training and professional development as required.
Apply
Step 1. Complete Application Form
Step 2. Apply via email
If you would like to apply for this role, please email us the Application Form along with a cover letter.
Tring Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration form relating to any criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.
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