Lunchroom Supervisor & Student Support

eTeach UK Limited; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

St James's Catholic Primary School in Twickenham is seeking a dedicated lunchtime supervisor to help ensure the safety and enjoyment of children aged 4–11 during lunch breaks.

You will supervise in classrooms, playgrounds and designated areas, follow school policies, support equal opportunities, good behaviour, hygiene and simple first aid, and liaise with staff to maintain a calm, respectful environment. The role also involves reinforcing positive interactions and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• To supervise children aged between 4-11 at lunch times.
• To supervise children in designated areas as required by the weather conditions, encouraging appropriate activities (wet playtime in classrooms).
• To supervise allocated classes/year groups at designated times.
• To be aware of emergency procedures.
• To be aware of children with special needs – allergies, asthma.
• To help children to eat and drink correctly.
• To supervise in the playground encouraging positive and friendly play by initiating games.
• To promote hygienic practices by supervising the toilets and hand washing.
• To encourage pupils to use playground equipment properly and respectfully.
• To help pupils to respect, enjoy and learn from the school grounds by helping them in the pond area, the prayer garden and the vegetable patch.
• To help pupils to line up at the end of their lunch break, walk into class in an orderly manner (quiet, straight line) and supervise them until a teacher is present.
• To follow all school practice and policies, as appropriate.
• It is important to talk to the children and support them in their interactions.
• The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Job description

St James's Catholic Primary School in Twickenham is seeking a dedicated lunchtime supervisor to help ensure the safety and enjoyment of children aged 4–11 during lunch breaks.

You will supervise in classrooms, playgrounds and designated areas, follow school policies, support equal opportunities, good behaviour, hygiene and simple first aid, and liaise with staff to maintain a calm, respectful environment. The role also involves reinforcing positive interactions and safeguarding responsibilities.