Lunchtime & Playground Supervisor (Term-Time, 15h)

OVERSTONE PARK SCHOOL; England; On-site; GBP 7,200 - 7,800; Part time

Job summary

Overstone Park School is seeking caring, reliable lunchtime and playground supervisors to join our team. You will help create a calm, safe lunchtime environment across dining areas and the playground, supporting pupils with their needs and promoting positive behaviour.

The role requires engagement with pupils, safeguarding awareness, and collaboration with teachers and senior leaders. Working hours are 11:30am-2:30pm, term-time, 15 hours per week, with paid statutory holiday entitlement.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and positive.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils safely in the dining areas and playground.
• Support pupils to move calmly and safely into and out of the dining area.
• Encourage good manners, positive behaviour and respectful social interaction.
• Provide appropriate support to pupils who require additional assistance.
• Promote safe, inclusive play and recreational activities.
• Monitor playground areas and respond appropriately to behaviour or safety concerns.
• Ensure pupils remain within designated supervised areas.
• Follow individual risk assessments, behaviour plans and safeguarding arrangements.
• Report accidents, incidents, injuries and safeguarding concerns promptly.
• Assist with minor first aid where appropriately trained.
• Support pupils to develop independence and social skills.
• Work closely with teachers, mentors, pastoral staff and the Senior Leadership Team.
• Follow school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to safeguarding, behaviour, health and safety and confidentiality.
• Undertake other reasonable lunchtime supervisory duties as required.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Positive

Reliable

Punctual

Calm

Communicate effectively

Team player

Outdoor supervision

Job description

Overstone Park School is seeking caring, reliable lunchtime and playground supervisors to join our team. You will help create a calm, safe lunchtime environment across dining areas and the playground, supporting pupils with their needs and promoting positive behaviour.

The role requires engagement with pupils, safeguarding awareness, and collaboration with teachers and senior leaders. Working hours are 11:30am-2:30pm, term-time, 15 hours per week, with paid statutory holiday entitlement.