Lunchtime Supervisor

Spire Trust Learning Partnership; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Catshill First School and Nursery is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to oversee pupils during lunch breaks and assist with dining hall duties and outdoor playtime. The role is term-time only and part of The Spire Church of England Learning Trust, offering a supportive team and development opportunities.

The successful candidate will bring warmth, good communication, and a calm, proactive approach, with DBS checks and safeguarding at the forefront of the role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school or childcare setting is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks will be carried out.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support pupils during lunchtime, ensuring safety and wellbeing.
• Assist with the dining hall operation, promote good manners and healthy eating.
• Manage outdoor playtime and supervise safe, engaging activities.
• Provide a caring presence and address conflicts or concerns with staff support.
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive school environment.
• Clean the dining area and clear rubbish.

Skills

Warm personality

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Job description

# Lunchtime SupervisorEmployer: Catshill First School and NurseryLocation: Bromsgrove, WorcestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: SC2.3Posted: 10th November 2026Expires: 23rd November 2026 08:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1583662* Share :* PrintCatshill FederationLunchtime SupervisorPermanent, Term Time only,6 hour 25 minutes per week (Monday to Friday 1 hour 25 minutes per day)SC2 (3) £13.28 per hour pro rataAre you passionate about working with children and creating a safe, positive environment for learning and play? We are looking for a friendly and reliable Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team at Catshill First School & Nursery.Key Responsibilities:● Supervise and support pupils during lunchtime, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.● Assist with the smooth operation of the dining hall, encouraging good table manners and promoting healthy eating.● Help manage outdoor playtime, ensuring pupils engage in safe and fun activities.● Provide a caring and supportive presence for pupils, addressing any conflicts or concerns that arise.● Work closely with other staff members to ensure a positive school environment. ● Clean the dining area and remove rubbishThe Ideal Candidate Will Have: ● A warm, friendly approach and a passion for working with children. ● Good communication and interpersonal skills. ● A proactive attitude and the ability to manage situations calmly and efficiently. ● Previous experience in a school or childcare setting (desirable but not essential). ● A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.We Offer: ● A supportive and welcoming team environment. ● A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to pupils’ day. ● Training and development opportunities available.We can offer you welcoming teams committed to improving outcomes for all children and as part of The Spire Church of England Learning Trust, the successful candidates will have access to excellent professional development opportunities as the Trust values and promotes continued CPD and can offer great support and progression to all staff.The Trust is committed to safeguarding, the well-being of children and young people and the promotion of fundamental British values and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a DBS Enhanced Disclosure, satisfactory references and pre-employment checks. An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that come up during the search at interview. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.### AttachmentsLetter from CEOPrivacy Notice for ApplicantsThe Spire Church of England Learning TrustLunchtime Supervisor JD (3)Federation LTS specification (2)Lunchtime Supervisor Advert (4)### Safeguarding Statement:Catshill First School and Nursery, Bromsgrove 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 under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.