At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise children during lunchtime, ensuring safety and supporting social skills.
- Company: Edith Moorhouse Primary School in Carterton values relationships and teamwork.
- Benefits: Access to a secure pension scheme and 24/7 wellbeing support for you and your family.
- Other info: Permanent, term-time only position with 5 hours per week.
- Why this job: Be a trusted adult for pupils, enhancing their midday experience.
- Qualifications: Must demonstrate excellent communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 28000 £ per year.
Location: Edith Moorhouse Primary School, Carterton
Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only
Hours: 5 hours per week (12:00pm - 1:00pm, Monday to Friday)
Actual Salary: £2,809.53 (Grade 2)
Closing Date: Tuesday 7th July - 9a.m.
Interview Date: date to be confirmed
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Why This Role Matters
Our lunchtime team ensures that the midday break is a positive, structured, and social experience. You are not just supervising an hour; you are the consistent, trusted adult our pupils can turn to if they are troubled, ensuring their safety and welfare across the dining hall and playground.
What You’ll Bring
- A calm, patient, and positive approach to supporting children with their social skills and play.
- The ability to work effectively within a committed team to manage dining hall routines, including helping children with trays and maintaining a clean environment.
- A proactive attitude toward supervising outdoor play safely, including monitoring activities on our popular trim trail.
- Excellent communication skills to report incidents clearly and follow school procedures.
- A strong commitment to safeguarding principles and the welfare of young people.
The Edith Moorhouse Difference
At Edith Moorhouse Primary School, we place relationships at the heart of what we do. We offer a welcoming school community in Carterton where support staff are highly valued partners in our daily routine. You will work within a collaborative team, receive direct support from a Senior Lunchtime Supervisor, and engage with relevant training to help you succeed in your role.
The River Learning Trust Connection
Edith Moorhouse Primary School is proud to be part of the River Learning Trust (RLT). Together, we are better, faster, and stronger.
Professional Security: Access to a secure, government-backed pension scheme (LGPS).
Shared Growth: Support for professional development and access to Trust-wide learning opportunities.
The Whole Person: 24/7 confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family.
Compliance & Safeguarding
River Learning Trust and Edith Moorhouse Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We are an exempt employer under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. We actively value the "different contributions" you can make. We want you to be at your best during the application process; if you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know.
Lunchtime Supervisor in Carterton employer: Edith Moorhouse Primary School
Edith Moorhouse Primary School offers a supportive community in Carterton, valuing staff contributions. Enjoy professional development opportunities and a secure pension scheme as part of the River Learning Trust.
Contact Details:
Edith Moorhouse Primary School Recruitment Team
