Lunchtime Supervisor - Prep School

THE SCHOOL

St Helen’s is an academically selective independent girls’ day school of more than 1200 students aged 3-18, set in beautiful green space in Northwood, Middlesex. 

THE PREP SCHOOL

The Prep School caters for approximately 490 girls aged 3-11years.

Structure:

The Head of Prep School is supported by a Deputy and Assistant Head and there are leaders with responsibility for each Phase of the Prep School: EYFS (Nursery & Reception), KS1 (Years 1 & 2), LKS2 (Years 3 & 4), UKS2 (Years 5 & 6).

There are separate Subject Leaders in English and Mathematics with other Subject Leaders having responsibility across the Primary Phase.

The teaching of Music, PE and Speech & Drama is undertaken by specialist staff across the Phases and under the leadership of the Directors of these subjects in Senior School. Our Prep curriculum is constantly reviewed and updated in order to ensure that the girls receive learning which is progressive, stimulating and bespoke to them. Our formative and summative assessment systems have recently been updated to provide a more holistic picture of each individual’s abilities. This means that teachers, parents and pupils know exactly where each girl is in terms of her learning and what her next steps are. All of the girls enjoy the advantages of being part of a large School and have access to a wide range of sporting facilities including an indoor swimming pool which is used from Nursery onwards.

Our girls are taught by well-qualified primary specialists with additional contributions from some Senior School staff in Years 5 and 6. Staff are kept up to date with current initiatives through inset meetings and outside educational specialists. All members of staff in the Prep School meet regularly and plan collaboratively, to ensure the best possible learning experience for the pupils. Phase Leaders work with teachers across year groups for this purpose and to promote best practice. Subject Leaders in Prep work with all colleagues to keep teaching programmes up-to-date and develop pupils appropriately. Subject coordinators liaise with their counterparts in Senior School to ensure progression and continuity.

The tradition of daily assembly is developed as a key element in the girls’ moral education and to promote British Values. An awareness of the ethics of community life, the environment and tolerance are celebrated through stories, speech, and drama.

Staff report formally to parents in writing once a year and hold Consultation Evenings during which parents are able to discuss their daughter’s progress. Parents are encouraged to visit the school frequently, attending assemblies, presentations, concerts, Christmas productions, Dance Shows and Sports Day. The school values strong partnerships with parents. Throughout the year there are various workshops and curriculum / Meet the Teacher evenings for parents to attend.

EYFS and Key Stage 1

The pre-prep Section of the School is based in two buildings which have been tastefully converted into spacious, age-appropriate accommodation. Girls enter St Helens EYFS at 3+ (which comprises three Nursery classes of 16), with a further 12 girls joining at 4+ (making three Reception classes of 20). They are housed in Little Gables. Years 1 and 2 have three classes each of 20 pupils and they are based in Gables.

EYFS and KS1 consists of approximately 230 girls aged from three to seven years. The broad and balanced education which we provide caters for each girl as an individual in terms of her personal, social, and emotional development and engenders academic potential through play, exploration, active learning, creativity, and critical thinking. Each individual is encouraged to be self-motivated and independent, and students thrive in this secure and happy environment. Every class in these stages benefit from the support of a full-time Teaching Assistant. There are also Welfare Assistants who are part of Nursery and Reception at St Helen’s. Catering for the girls and staff is provided within St Helen’s by a dedicated team, managed by an experienced chef manager.

THE POST

St Helen's Prep School are looking to bolster their team of Lunchtime Supervisors. These are term time only positions. Hours are: 11.35am-2.05pm, Monday to Friday. Plus, training sessions held on INSET days when you may need to be flexible with your hours.

SALARY: £5,937.75 per annum or £11.70 per hour actual (£17,813.25 FTE)

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Please refer to the applicant information pack for a full list of responsibilities.

THE PERSON

It is essential for the successful candidate to have the following qualifications, experience, and personal attributes:

·        Experience of working with children

·        A warm, patient, and approachable manner 

·        Strong and positive communication skills 

·        Enthusiasm for the role – being proactive and able to use own initiative 

·        Ability to listen well to others 

·        Ability to implement and follow school policies 

·        Ability to model and provide positive play experiences 

·        Ability to work well as part of a team 

·        Ability to manage and update play equipment and resources 

It is desirable for the successful candidate to have the following qualifications, experience, and personal attributes:

·        Behaviour management training 

·        Relevant childcare qualification 

·        First aid qualification 

·        Play leader training

·        Knowledge of latest play/behaviour research 

APPLICATION PROCESS

Closing date: 8am Monday 12th June 2023.

Interviews to take place after the May half term.

Please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting/interviews will progress up until the closing date. Should a suitable candidate be appointed, we reserve the right to close the advert early. 

Due to the volume of applicants, we receive, if you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume we will not be progressing your application further on this occasion.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the school where they will be interviewed by members of the Senior Leadership team, be observed supervising the children, have a tour of the Prep school and meet other members of the wider team.

St Helen’s school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, as detailed in Part 3 (Safer Recruitment) of the KCSIE 2022 guidance document. Applicants will be asked for proof of right to work in the UK and undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the disclosure and barring service.

If you have any queries about this position, please contact the school at recruitment@sthelens.london