Breaktime Supervisor

Line Manager: Deputy Head (Staff)

Closing date: Tuesday 14th November, 12:00 noon

Interview date: Tuesday 21st November

The Role

Breaktime is an essential opportunity for the pupils to engage with each other outside of the classroom. At King’s, we see this valuable time outdoors as one of the most important facets of growing confident, respectful and engaging young people. Our Breaktime Supervisors work across most areas of the School site and in all weather conditions, and are expected to build positive relationships with the pupils and staff, and to be assertive and proactive in their management of the pupils and areas under their supervision. Full training will be provided, as will appropriate branded uniform.

The School

The King’s School, Gloucester has a rich academic tradition dating back to its founding in 1541. It houses the longest-serving classroom in Europe and is held in high esteem amongst the local and wider community, winning Gloucestershire Independent School of the Year in 2020 and 2021, and being Highly Commended again in 2022. Following the 2022 ISI Inspection, King’s was proud to be declared excellent in all areas.

Key Responsibilities

• To adhere to the School’s risk assessment and guidelines to keeping children safe, and adhere to all health and safety guidelines;
• Vigilance in the playground to recognise potential dangers, and approaching any unauthorised personnel who may enter the School site;
• Supervision of pupils and reinforcement of the School’s expectations with regard to behaviour and the upkeep of School values;
• To show initiative when developing the pastoral support of pupils in the playground, engaging positively with pupils and initiating activities for pupils to join into;
• To be aware of pupils who may be isolated or vulnerable, flagging any concerns to staff where necessary;
• To maintain order in duty areas, caution children who do not meet the School’s behavioural expectations and escalate any unresolved issues appropriately;
• To ensure children who are ill or injured receive appropriate medical attention, and report any serious accidents;
• In the event of poor weather, to ensure the outdoor spaces are cleared and assist in supervising the designated indoor areas;
• To attend some of the statutory five INSET training days, and half-termly review meetings to reflect on best practice as required;
• Any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by the Deputy Head (Staff) or Headmaster.

Personal Profile

• Empathetic yet assertive, especially when dealing with children;
• Respectful, patient and diplomatic, able to ease tempers and fairly manage situations;
• Set an example: able to follow rules and be a model of the School’s expectations and values;
• Excellent communication skills, able to listen to the needs of the children and respond accordingly;
• Able to look for and encourage the best in each child;
• Flexibility to cover additional breaktimes/lunchtimes is desirable;
• Prior First Aid Training is desirable but will be provided.

Hours of Work

The post is for 11 ¼ hours per week, term-time only. Working days shall be Monday to Wednesday, from 10:30 to 14:15 as below:

• 10:35 – 11:05 Junior School breaktime
• 10:55 – 11:20 Senior School breaktime
• 12:05 – 12:55 Lunch with Junior School pupils followed by playground supervision
• 13:05 – 14:15 Supervision of Senior School pupils

There may be other occasions when you are required to work, and flexibility to cover additional breaktimes or lunchtimes is desirable. Remuneration will be given for any extra hours worked.

Holiday

25 days per annum plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years of service. Payment in lieu of this entitlement will be included in the salary.

Benefits

• A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS;
• Generous fees remission for children at King’s; 
• Access to a doctor for advice and short consultations;
• Staff Wellbeing Program;  
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Lunches; 
• Parking.

Applications

Candidates should apply through TES or by sending a completed School Application Form and Covering Letter via email to recruitment@thekingsschool.co.uk. A CV is not required.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 14th November at 12:00 noon, with interviews taking place on Tuesday 21st November. However, early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the published closing date, if appropriate.

Please note that the School is on half term break from Monday 23rd October to Friday 3rd November 2023. You may experience a delay in response if applying during this time; thank you for your patience.

For further information, please contact Mr Harry Fuller on 01452 337337 or via email to recruitment@thekingsschool.co.uk.

The King’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out for short listed candidates only – this will consist of a Google and social media search. The search is looking for anything that calls into question the candidate’s suitability to work with children, or could cause harm to the reputation of The King’s School. Any information discovered will be shared with members of the interviewing panel prior to interview.