At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and engage with children during lunchtimes, promoting fun and safe play.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Stoneydelph Primary School, part of Community Academies Trust.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment, training opportunities, and a commitment to staff development.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lunchtimes while having fun and building relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, a caring nature, and effective communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 24413 - 24796 £ per year.
Stoneydelph Primary School Governors are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Lunchtime Supervisor/OPAL play team member to join our friendly and talented team.
Hours: 5 hours per week, term time only, permanent contract – Monday – Friday 12pm – 1pm.
Salary: Grade 2 Point 2-3 (FTE £24,413 - £24,796 per annum) = (Pro Rata salary £2,863 to £2,908 per annum)
We promote an inclusive atmosphere and are looking for a new team member who is kind, caring and nurturing to our pupils. This role is primarily to ensure safe and happy lunchtimes with a focus on positive play opportunities for pupils.
Key Responsibilities:
- To supervise, care for, and play with the children both indoors and outdoors during lunchtimes.
- Promote good behaviour and polite table manners in the dining hall and around the school.
- Assist children in the dining hall and tidy all areas during and following lunch.
- Contribute to the planning and organisation of lunchtime activities.
- Work with children aged 4-11 playing fun activities and games and organise necessary equipment.
- Assist the school in establishing an exciting, purposeful and safe lunchtime environment, which enables children to feel secure and happy.
- Build positive relationships with pupils by being friendly and approachable and prioritise their well-being and welfare during lunchtimes.
- Encourage excellent lunchtime behaviour and address incidents by following the Behaviour and Relationships policy.
- Work co-operatively alongside other members of the lunchtime team and wider school staff.
- Encourage and provide positive play opportunities for pupils (OPAL).
Qualifications & qualities required:
- Knowledge or experience of working with children.
- A friendly, caring, and kind nature.
- Punctuality and reliability.
- Initiative and effective communication skills.
- Ability to speak fluent English – essential requirement under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.
What we offer:
- A welcoming and supportive school environment with enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning and engage positively in all aspects of school life.
- A commitment to training and staff development with a strong safeguarding culture.
Stoneydelph Primary School is part of the Community Academies Trust, a multi-academy trust dedicated to transforming schools into community hubs, applying a holistic view of education. Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flow from the Trust’s vision and values.
The role is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; therefore, the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement.
Online Search: An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.
Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.
Apply via My New Term using the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/145834/EDV-2026-SPS-21883
Closing date for applications: 12:00pm ON WEDNESDAY 17TH JUNE 2026.
Interviews will take place on: TUESDAY 23RD JUNE 2026.
Should you require further details please contact Mrs Dawn Dodd (School Bursar) 01827 896666 or by email office@stoneydelph.staffs.sch.uk.
Stoneydelph Primary School Crowden Road, Wilnecote, Tamworth, Staffordshire. B77 4LS.
Lunchtime Supervisor / OPAL Play Team Member in Tamworth employer: WMJobs
Stoneydelph Primary School offers a nurturing and inclusive environment where staff are valued and supported in their professional development. As part of the Community Academies Trust, employees benefit from a strong commitment to safeguarding and a culture that prioritises the well-being of both staff and pupils. This role provides a unique opportunity to engage with enthusiastic children in a vibrant school community, making a meaningful impact during their lunchtime experience.
