Job Description
We currently have an exciting opportunity for Lunchtime Organiser to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA)
This is a permanent post working 11 hours 40 mins per week, 11.30am – 1.50pm Monday to Friday term time only. The starting salary is £6,929 and the full time equivalent is £24,796 Grade 2.
We’re looking for:
A caring, reliable and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with young people and is committed to supporting their wellbeing and development. The ideal candidate will be proactive, patient and able to work effectively as part of a team to ensure a safe, inclusive and enjoyable lunchtime experience for all students.
Main purpose of the job:
You will supervise students and provide high-quality support over lunchtime, promoting healthy eating, supervising students, supporting lunchtime clubs, and attending to the physical needs of students as required.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supervise students in dining areas and other designated spaces.
- Support students with feeding, changing, and personal care needs.
- Assist with lunchtime clubs and activities (e.g. football, art, sensory story).
- Encourage positive behaviour and social interaction.
- Help students make healthy food choices and develop independence.
- Maintain a safe and clean environment, including moving tables and chairs.
- Report incidents and accidents to senior staff.
- Attend staff meetings and regular training sessions.
- Use specialist equipment safely (e.g. hoists) following training.
- Support tutor time or daily act of worship as appropriate.
- Liaise with staff and contribute to a positive school culture.
To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.
How to apply:
Please follow the online application process to be considered. Interviews are scheduled to take place in person shortly after the job posting is closed.
All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.
Working for Prospere Learning Trust
Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.
- High quality CPD for all roles
- Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
- Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
- Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
- Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
- Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
- Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
- Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
- Mental Health First Aid in every school
- Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
- bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk
Manchester Enterprise Academy
MEA is a vibrant secondary academy in Wythenshawe, South Manchester, serving 1200 students. Our campus features modern facilities, including Theatre, Art, Fashion, Dance studios, new Science labs, and a £1 million multi-sport facility with a 3G pitch. We also offer a cafe, dining facilities, Food Technology rooms, and updated ICT, Business, and Language classrooms. Our vision, “A Fantastic Future for All Our Students,” focuses on achieving top academic results through the MEA Way: Safe, Respectful, Ready and Kind.
MEA has been graded as good by Ofsted.
'Staff have high expectations for all pupils.'
‘Pupils from all backgrounds are well supported to gain the resilience and knowledge that they need for a positive future.’
Visit our website to learn more about our school community: https://www.manchesterenterpriseacademy.org.uk/
Job Application Information
Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.
Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.
Safeguarding Commitment
All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Equality Statement
Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobs@prospere.org.uk.