At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise pupils during lunchtime, promoting positive behaviour and encouraging play.
- Company: Castlechurch Primary School, a supportive and community-focused environment.
- Benefits: Professional development opportunities and a dedicated team of staff.
- Other info: Join a school committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's lives while enjoying a fun and engaging atmosphere.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children; first aid training is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 29651 - 36241 £ per year.
- About this Role
- Part Time : Lunchtime Supervisor
- Scale : SCP4
Hours
- 5.42 per week
- Headteacher : Mr L Anderson-Pugh
- Email : [email protected]
The successful candidate will
- Supervise pupils in the dining hall, encouraging positive behaviour, manners and a calm atmosphere
- Monitor and support pupils on the playground and in other indoor or outdoor areas during lunchtime
- Encourage positive play, helping children to join in games, resolve minor conflicts and build friendships
- Support the smooth running of lunchtimes by setting up or clearing away equipment as needed
- Model and reinforce the school's behaviour expectations and safeguarding policies at all times
- Have experience working with children in a similar role
- Understand the importance of safeguarding, inclusion and wellbeing in a school setting
In return, we can offer
- Responsive pupils who enjoy coming to school, are well-behaved and who have good attitudes towards their learning
- Dedicated, hardworking, happy and highly professional team of teaching, support and office staff
- A wide range of high-quality support and professional development opportunities offered within and across the Children First Learning Partnership.
- A wide range of resources, including full time TA's and outdoor areas
- Parents who value the school
- Strong community links.
The position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting https://www. gov. uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service/about
Closing date: Friday 4th September at 12:00pm after which we will consider all applications and be in touch with regards to the interview process.
Interviews will take place week commencing 7th September 2026.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Duties and responsibilities
- To be on duty in the areas allocated at the timeallocated.
- To supervise pupils to ensure good behaviour inand around school.
- To adhere to school policies and procedures thataffect you and your duties (e. g. fire, accident reporting, Safeguarding etc)
- To report any accidents and request assistancefrom one of the school's first aiders as required, until trained yourself.
- To refer any queries by parents about pupils tothe headteacher.
- Seek assistance from the headteacher or teachingassistant on duty if necessary.
- Assist pupils with clearing of plates andcutlery and deal with any spillages as appropriate.
- Supervise and assist pupils with packed lunches.
- Promote good eating manners.
- Help children who are still learning to use aknife and fork.
- Refer to the weekly lunchtime rota for yourallocated duties.
- To assist in the supervision of playtimesensuring that children behave appropriately and adhere to school rules.
- To engage in meaningful conversation withchildren in the playground and to encourage and assist interactive play.
Skills and Experience Required
- Experience working with children
- First aid qualification would be useful buttraining can be provided
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Lunchtime Supervisor at Castlechurch Primary School employer: Castlechurch Primary School
Castlechurch Primary School is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for both staff and pupils. With a dedicated team of professionals and a strong commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing, employees can expect meaningful engagement with responsive students and ample opportunities for professional development within the Children First Learning Partnership. Located in Stafford, the school fosters strong community links, making it a rewarding place to contribute to children's growth and learning.
Contact Details:
Castlechurch Primary School Recruitment Team
