Lunchtime Controller at Maiden Erlegh School

Maiden Erlegh Trust

Reading

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 29,000

Part time

7 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Pension Scheme

Annual Leave

Professional Development

Job summary

Maiden Erlegh School is seeking a caring Lunchtime Controller to supervise and support students during the lunch period, ensuring safety, wellbeing and a positive social environment.

The role requires strong communication, reliability and a caring approach, with the ability to work independently and adapt to a busy school setting. The post is part-time with a fixed weekly schedule and opportunities for development within the Maiden Erlegh Trust.

Qualifications

Enjoys working with children and young people.
Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Is reliable, approachable and caring.
Can work independently and use their initiative.
Builds positive relationships with students.
Can support students with a range of additional needs.
Shares our commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and high standards.

Responsibilities

Supervise students before, during and after lunch.
Promote positive behaviour and uphold school expectations.
Facilitate games, activities and positive social interaction.
Monitor student welfare and safety at all times.
Record and report accidents and incidents in accordance with school procedures.
Follow safeguarding, first aid and health and safety requirements.
Support an inclusive environment for all students.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Caring

Initiative

Interpersonal

Student support

Inclusion

Job description

Expiring Tomorrow

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/MES/32667

Location

Silverdale Rd, Earley, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 7HS

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£26,427.00 Annually (FTE)

TTO 6 hours per week - Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday - Salary G3 SCP5 - Actual £3,583.34

Hours Per Week

Closing Date

Midnight, Wed 30th Sep, 2026

Start Date

As soon as possible

Interview Date(s)

To be confirmed

About This Role

Maiden Erlegh School is seeking a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Lunchtime Controller to support the safety, wellbeing and positive experiences of students during the lunch period. This vital role helps create a safe, inclusive and enjoyable environment where pupils can socialise, participate in activities and feel supported.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise students before, during and after lunch.
Promote positive behaviour and uphold school expectations.
Facilitate games, activities and positive social interaction.
Monitor student welfare and safety at all times.
Record and report accidents and incidents in accordance with school procedures.
Follow safeguarding, first aid and health and safety requirements.
Support an inclusive environment for all students.

The Ideal Candidate

Enjoys working with children and young people.
Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Is reliable, approachable and caring.
Can work independently and use their initiative.
Builds positive relationships with students.
Can support students with a range of additional needs.
Shares our commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and high standards.

Maiden Erlegh School

Maiden Erlegh School is a highly successful comprehensive school for students aged 11–18, located in Lower Earley, near Reading. Relationships between students and staff are extremely positive, and students are keen, curious, respectful and ambitious.

Academic outcomes continue to improve year on year, with the school placing in the top 50 schools nationally for Progress 8, alongside a thriving sixth form.

Staff are dedicated professionals who go the extra mile to support students to achieve their best. The school offers strong professional development opportunities and a warm, supportive welcome to new colleagues.

About Maiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference—a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning.

Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.

You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust by clicking here to visit our website.

Benefits

Further information about working at Maiden Erlegh Trust can be found on our website here. Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work, and colleagues across the Trust benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes designed to recognise their contribution and support their growth.

Our Benefits Include

Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleagues benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including:
Pension Scheme – Generous employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
Annual Leave – Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service
ME Day – One additional day’s leave each year for a significant personal event
Professional Development – Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities
Hybrid Working – Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles
Perkbox – Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points
Wellbeing and Health – Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support and discount schemes
Mental Health First Aid Support
Recognition and Community – Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET
Employee Referral Scheme

Additional Information

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Safeguarding Statement

Maiden Erlegh Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Maiden Erlegh Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.