Lunchbreak Supervisor

The King Alfred School; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The King Alfred School is seeking a caring Lunchbreak Supervisor to help supervise pupils during lunchtime, creating a safe and orderly environment. The role involves working 2 hours per day, Monday to Friday, during term-time only, with 10 hours per week at £13.07 per hour.

You will work closely with staff and pupils to maintain safety and positive lunchtime experiences, supporting the dining area and providing a calm, welcoming presence during the lunch period.

Qualifications

• We are seeking a caring Lunchbreak Supervisor to supervise pupils during lunchtime.
• Rates are paid per hour and you will work during term time only.
• Key qualities include warmth, reliability and an ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunchtime across dining areas and corridors.
• Encourage safe behaviour and ensure students follow school rules.
• Help keep the dining area tidy and assist with litter picking.

Job description

Job title: Lunchbreak Supervisor

Working hours: 10 per week

Working pattern: 12.30pm - 2.30pm, Monday - Friday

Working weeks: 38 weeks per year (term time only)

Salary: £13.07 per hour (PATH 1)

Location: The King Alfred School

Our Lunchbreak Supervisors play a vital role in creating a safe, happy and well-organised lunchtime experience for our pupils. Each role involves working 2 hours per day during the lunch period.

About the role

We’re looking for a caring and enthusiastic Lunchbreak Supervisor to join our school team and help make lunchtimes a positive part of every student's day. You’ll work closely with staff and pupils to create a safe, sociable and well organised environment.

You will:

• Supervise students during lunchtime in dining areas, outdoor spaces and corridors to maintain safety and good behaviour.
• Ensure students follow school rules, including proper conduct during meals, in queues, and in designated areas.
• Help keep the dining area clean by tidying up spillages and assisting with litter picking during and after the lunch break.

About you

You’ll be someone who brings warmth, energy and a sense of fun to the role. We’re looking for someone who is:

• Flexible, calm, and well-organised
• Able to take initiative and work confidently as part of a team
• Sensitive to the needs of all children
• Approachable, with strong communication skills
• Experienced in working with children in a supervisory role

We can offer you:

• Happy, engaging students who thrive on inspirational leadership
• A supportive trust and school community
• Strong collaboration across the trust family of schools and access to a centralised team of specialists across all areas of school operations
• A commitment to high-quality CPD, with dedicated time and budget for your development
• A values-driven ethos where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived every day
• Recognition of continuous service (modification order) to protect employment rights and entitlements
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and death-in-service cover
• Occupational sick pay to support you during illness or unexpected emergencies
• Family-friendly leave packages to help maintain a healthy work-life balance

Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every Child

Pathway Trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.