Lunchtime Supervisor

Humber Education Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in Brighton is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to support children during lunch breaks and ensure a safe and engaging environment. Responsibilities include supervising dining, organizing play activities, and managing minor behavioral issues. Ideal candidates should have experience with children and strong communication skills. A first aid qualification is preferred but training can be provided. The role is term-time only and offers a part-time schedule with a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Professional development

Supportive environment

Commitment to safeguarding

Qualifications

• Desirable experience with children with complex special needs.
• Ability to work individually and with groups.
• Willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch breaks.
• Assist in the dining hall ensuring good table manners.
• Plan and deliver games on the playground.
• Resolve behavioral issues with guidance.
• Provide basic first aid as needed.

Skills

Experience working with children

Excellent communication skills

Ability to organise activities

Teamwork

First aid qualification

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR

FREDERICK HOLMES SCHOOL

Grade & Scale point: 1, scp 2

Salary: £24,413 Full time equivalent, £4,151 Actual salary, £12.65/hr

Hours of work: 7.5 hours/wk, Monday – Friday, 11.45am – 1.15pm

Contract: Permanent, Term-time only (190 days/yr)

Start date: ASAP following pre‑employment checks

We pride ourselves on our outstanding quality of education and are seeking to strengthen and increase our student welfare team through the appointment of additional Lunchtime Supervisors.

Many pupils at Frederick Holmes require a high degree of adult support to access the school curriculum and for everyday activities such as eating and drinking and personal care routines. The school works with a multidisciplinary team, including speech and language therapy, physiotherapy and occupational therapy to meet these needs. We also have a full‑time nursing team based at the school.

Experience of working with children with complex special needs is desirable. All candidates will be expected to undertake the training required to meet the needs of the children.

You will be expected to work across the school individually with pupils and/or with groups in class.

Job Requirements

• Supervision of children throughout the midday lunch break.
• Helping with supervision in the dining hall, during the service of meals, ensuring good eating habits and table manners.
• Plan and deliver games with the children on the playground, encourage group play.
• To resolve any behavioural issues efficiently following the guidance of the senior leaders.
• Care for sick children and those with minor injuries/ailments, providing basic first aid treatment when required.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children with varying ages and backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organise activities that engage children.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A first aid qualification or be willing to undertake training.
• A knowledge and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

As a Member of Humber Education Trust, We Offer

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.
• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.
• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.
• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

How to Apply

Please visit our Eteach careers page to apply for this vacancy. For any queries, please contact Claire Turner, HR Administrator, at Frederick Holmes School via [e-mail].

Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Tuesday 6 January 2026
Interviews: TBC

If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Claire Turner at Frederick Holmes School via [e-mail] or Tel: [phone].

As part of Humber Education Trust's recruitment processes, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self‑declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

Conditional Offer

Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks.

Safeguarding Statement

Humber Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.