Reports to: Lunchtime Team Manager
Contract: Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Working Pattern: Part time 5 hours per week/ 5 days per week
Salary: Support Staff Grade 2 Points 3-8
About the role
As part of our lunchtime team, you will help to ensure the safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour of pupils across the school site during lunch. This includes supervising pupils in the dining hall and playground, encouraging good behaviour, and supporting a safe and inclusive environment.
Key responsibilities
- Supervising pupils in the dining hall and playground
- Promoting positive behaviour, social interaction and good manners
- Supporting pupils with their needs, including those with additional needs
- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pupils during lunchtime
- Reporting incidents and concerns in line with school procedures
- Maintaining cleanliness and safe conditions during and after lunchtime
What we are looking for
- Experience working with children (desirable)
- A positive, calm and caring approach
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Willingness to undertake training, including first aid if required
Why join us?
- A friendly and supportive team environment
- Opportunity to contribute to pupils’ wellbeing and development
- Training and development opportunities
Why join Hamstead Hall Academy Trust?
Staff wellbeing is one of our main priorities. We want to support our staff in and outside of work.
We offer all our staff a comprehensive range of benefits, these include
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a friend scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Free annual flu vaccines
- Instant discounts off many retailers, restaurants, holidays and gyms
- Cycle to work scheme
For further details and to arrange an informal visit to see the Academy please contact hr@hamsteadhall.com. We will be reviewing applications as we receive them, and you may be called upon before the closing date for a short online screening interview.
Hamstead Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in its academies. All academies follow a rigorous selection process to screen out and discourage unsuitable applicants. We require all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Before appointment, you will be required to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment.
We’re an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity makes us stronger, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or belief. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
Lunchtime Supervisor in Birmingham employer: Grestone Academy
Grestone Academy is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for both staff and pupils. As part of Hamstead Hall Academy Trust, we prioritise staff wellbeing and offer a range of benefits, including an Employee Assistance Programme and professional growth opportunities, making it an ideal place for those passionate about children's welfare and education. Join us in creating a safe and positive atmosphere where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students.
