Job details Job role Other support roles Visa sponsorship Visas cannot be sponsored Working pattern Part time Contract type Permanent Full-time equivalent salary £12.65 - £13.05 Hourly Lunchtime Supervisor job summary Name and location of schoolWestcroft School, Greenacres Avenue, Wolverhampton, WV10 8NZSalary Scale and PointCLPT04 - CLPT06 £12.65 - £13.05 per hourJob TermTerm time only Appointment typePermanentHours11:40 - 13:40 Monday to Friday inclusiveStart date1st September 2025 Westcroft School is rated "good" by Ofsted and is situated in Wolverhampton. We are a special school for pupils with complex cognitive difficulties whose age range is 5 to 19 years, who are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic and friendly Lunchtime Supervisors to support our pupils during their lunch break. We are an Academy School, part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT). We strive to ensure our children receive an education which inspires and promotes positive learning and ensure that rigorous CPD supports all staff in becoming the best they can be. Core Responsibilities : supporting children with social skills (ie using knife and fork, learning to share) cleaning and tidying areas engaging children in play activities whilst outside Essential Qualifications & Experience : Experience in a similar role or transferable skills from a related field Experience of working in a school preferable Has worked with SEND pupils; particularly those with complex learning needs Ability to improvise and adapt at short notice Excellent behaviour management skills Training & Development : Participation in relevant training to maintain up-to-date knowledge Key Skills & Attributes : Strong communication and interpersonal skills o Ability to work independently and as part of a team o High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail Applicant Qualities We are looking for someone who is: Flexible, adaptable and creative and able to respond positively to change. Is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of ALL students. Is a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students. W Will uphold and promote the ethos and values of the school In return we can offer - A happy, stimulating and safe learning environment Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards A strong supportive and highly experienced leadership team and governing body HOW TO APPLY AND KEY DATES To apply for this vacancy, please complete the vacancy through the My New Term platform, accessible via the school website www.westcroftschool.co.uk. The school prides itself on its welcoming and positive environment and would warmly encourage you to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please contact Sally Harper, Headteacher, at sharper@westcroftschool.co.uk, if you would like visit school. If you are unable to visit the school, you are welcome to arrange a phone call with the Headteacher for an informal conversation about the school and its ethos Closing Date30th May 2025Shortlisting2nd June 2025InterviewsW/C 9th June 2025 COMPLIANCE AND SAFEGUARDING To apply, completed application forms should be submitted via the My New Term platform. Please note that by submitting an application, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to view any publicly available information published online (including social media platforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines. CLPT is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). If shortlisted for an interview you will be required to disclose to us information about any: adult cautions (simple or conditional); conditional cautions; convictions in a Court of Law; and This information can be disclosed either verbally at interview or by completing a relevant conviction form after interview if that is your preference. It is an offence for anyone to apply for a role if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. CHILDCARE (DISQUALIFCATION) (Applicable to Primary aged Schools) In accordance with the Childcare Act 2006 and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009 the Governors are required to obtain an additional staff disqualification declaration for employees within settings providing care for early years childcare (this covers the age range from birth until 1st September following a child's fifth birthday i.e. up to and including reception age) or later years childcare (this covers children above reception age but who have not attained the age of 8) in nursery, primary or secondary school educational settings, or if when directly concerned with the management of such childcare related establishments. This declaration is to confirm that you are not disqualified 'by association' to anyone currently residing within your household who is disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulation 2009 ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. If you are successful, we will ask you to provide appropriate documents, such as a passport, visa of full birth certificate and national insurance number to confirm this. (Further details are available from the UK Boarder Agency website). CLPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. CLPT expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post involves working with children and therefore will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. If you are shortlisted for an interview, we shall request two references at this stage to comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The academy values diversity and inclusion welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Equality is promoted and the academy will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates if the essential job criteria is met fully. Commitment to safeguarding Westcroft is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers are subject to an enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references and for teachers, a prohibition check. Applying for the job This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job. CVs are not accepted. 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