Casual Lunchtime Supervisor

Glen Hills Primary; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 3,200 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Glen Hills Primary School in Leicester is seeking a casual Lunchtime Supervisor to support pupils during lunch breaks.

The role is ad hoc, with 6.25 hours per week across 38 weeks per year, supervising in dining hall and playground, promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing.

We value kindness, reliability and the ability to work as part of a team, with safeguarding at the heart of our inclusive school culture.

Qualifications

• Kind, patient and enjoys working with children.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Dependable, flexible and able to work as part of a team.
• Encourage positive behaviour and good manners.
• Vigilant and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Supervising pupils in the dining hall, playground and school premises during the lunch break.
• Encouraging safe, positive and inclusive play.
• Supporting pupils with social interaction and friendship building.
• Assisting children with minor issues and promoting independence.
• Responding to accidents and incidents and seeking support where required.
• Supporting the school's behaviour expectations and values.
• Ensuring the safety and welfare of pupils at all times.

Skills

Kind

Patience

Relationship building

Team player

Safeguarding

Job description

# Casual Lunchtime SupervisorEmployer: Glen Hills Primary SchoolLocation: Leicester, LeicestershireContract Type: TemporaryHours: Part Time, Term Time, CasualSalary: £13.28 - £13.38Posted: 7th October 2026Expires: 27th October 2026 05:00 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1578310Job Reference: CLUNCH* Share :* Print**Casual Lunchtime Supervisor****Grade 4, Pay Point 5 (£13.28 per hour)****6.25 hours per week | 38 weeks per year |****Casual Contract****Start Date: As soon as possible**We are looking to appoint a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Casual Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team at Glen Hills Primary School on an ad hoc basis, providing cover as and when required.This is an important role within our school, helping to ensure that lunchtime is a safe, positive and enjoyable experience for all pupils. You will supervise children in the dining hall and playground, encourage positive behaviour, support pupils' wellbeing and help create a happy and inclusive environment during the lunch period.Glen Hills Primary School is a large, welcoming primary school with a strong sense of community. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, well-behaved pupils and supportive staff team. We are committed to helping every child feel safe, valued and ready to succeed.**We are looking for someone who:*** Is kind, patient and enjoys working with children* Can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues* Is dependable, flexible and able to work as part of a team* Can encourage positive behaviour and good manners* Is vigilant and committed to keeping children safe* Has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children**The role will include:*** Supervising pupils in the dining hall, playground and school premises during the lunch break* Encouraging safe, positive and inclusive play* Supporting pupils with social interaction and friendship building* Assisting children with minor issues and promoting independence* Responding appropriately to accidents and incidents and seeking support where required* Supporting the school's behaviour expectations and values* Ensuring the safety and welfare of pupils at all times**We can offer:*** Friendly, supportive and experienced colleagues* Well-behaved children who are keen to learn* Ongoing training and development opportunities* A strong commitment to staff wellbeing* A welcoming and inclusive school community* The opportunity to make a positive difference to children's day, every day**Closing Date for Applications: Tuesday 27 October 2026****Interviews: Week commencing 2 November 2026**### AttachmentsCasual Lunchtime SupervisorGH Application Supporting Document### Safeguarding Statement:Glen Hills Primary School is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. References will be sought for all short-listed candidates and the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. References will be requested immediately for short listed candidates. Applicants will be checked against the prohibited list and asked to complete a childcare disqualification form.