At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise playtimes, encourage friendships, and support pupil wellbeing.
- Company: Cranleigh Prep School, a caring environment for children aged 3-13.
- Benefits: Hands-on experience with pupils, friendly atmosphere, and competitive benefits.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy a dynamic school environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives during their playtime.
- Qualifications: Warm, reliable presence with good communication skills; experience with children is a plus.
- Play and Pupil Supervisor
- School: Cranleigh Prep
- Salary: £8501.70 per annum
- Working hours: Part time
- Application Deadline: 09 October 2026
This is a role for someone who enjoys making playtimes happy, safe and inclusive for children aged 3–13 and who wants regular, practical contact with pupils across the Prep School.
You will join the duty team at Cranleigh Prep School to supervise morning and lunchtime breaks, encourage positive play, support friendships and help pupils return to lessons calm and ready to learn.
- What you'll be doing
- Supervising pupils during morning and lunchtime breaks across the Prep School (ages 3–13).
- Encouraging play, supporting social interactions and helping children form and sustain friendships.
- Promoting positive behaviour and supporting pupil wellbeing during break periods.
- Working alongside teachers and support staff to maintain a safe, orderly and pleasant outdoor and indoor break environment.
- Helping to keep the school site tidy and respectful of the school’s environment and resources.
- Reporting any safeguarding concerns, accidents or behavioural incidents to a member of staff promptly and following school procedures.
What we're looking for
Essential
- A warm, approachable and reliable presence around the School who enjoys working with children.
- Good communication skills with children and adults and the ability to encourage inclusive play.
- Willingness to follow school routines, behaviour expectations and safeguarding procedures.
Desirable
- Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery or similar setting (not essential).
- About the team
You will be part of the Prep School duty team, working closely with teaching and support staff across the site.
The role involves regular contact with children from Nursery through Year 8 and requires good situational awareness, a calm manner and the ability to build positive relationships quickly.
What we offer
- Daily, hands-on contact with pupils and the chance to make a visible difference to their day-to-day experience.
- A friendly working environment within a well-cared-for Prep School setting.
- A supportive community and a wide range of competitive benefits.
About us
Cranleigh Prep School is part of Cranleigh School and educates pupils aged 3–13.
The Prep School provides a caring environment where pupils are encouraged to enjoy play, learning and healthy friendships.
Cranleigh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.
How to Apply
For further details about the role, please visit our website.
Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4), together with the online application and supported by a full CV (via the ‘Apply now’ button) as soon as possible and no later than 9:00 am 9 October 2026.
Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised.
Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The post holder will be subject to a DBS check
Play and Pupil Supervisor in Cranleigh employer: Cranleigh-School
Cranleigh School is an excellent employer, offering a unique opportunity to shape a new operational function within a supportive community environment. Located in the picturesque Surrey Hills, employees benefit from a competitive package and the chance to work closely with a dedicated Development team, fostering professional growth and collaboration while contributing to meaningful fundraising initiatives that enhance access to education.
