Lunchtime Supervisor

Prospero Teaching; Croydon; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 7,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Support from consultant

Long-term placements

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is helping to recruit a Lunchtime Supervisor for a SEN school in Croydon. The role is part‑time (approx. 11:30AM–1:30PM, Monday to Friday) with a daily rate of £30–£40.

You will support pupils with special educational needs during lunch, ensuring safety and positive social interaction. The ideal candidate is patient, calm under pressure and dedicated to making a difference during the busiest part of the school day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (school‑based experience is a plus but not essential)
• A calm, caring and patient nature
• A proactive and reliable attitude
• An understanding of or willingness to learn about supporting pupils with SEN
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one through us)

Responsibilities

• Supervising children during the lunchtime period in both the dining hall and playground
• Supporting pupils with additional needs to ensure a safe and positive lunchtime experience
• Encouraging inclusive play and positive social interactions
• Assisting with any lunchtime routines, including feeding and mobility support where needed
• Working collaboratively with school staff to manage behaviour and ensure pupil wellbeing

Skills

Experience with children

Calm under pressure

Patient nature

Proactive and reliable

Education

Enhanced DBS on update service

Job description

Lunchtime Supervisor - SEN School - £30-£40 per Day

Location: Croydon
Start Date: September
Hours: Part‑time (Approx. 11:30AM–1:30PM, Monday to Friday)
Daily Rate: £30‑£40 per day

Are you looking for a rewarding part‑time role supporting children with special educational needs? We are currently recruiting a Lunchtime Supervisor to work in a friendly and supportive SEN school through one of our trusted partner schools.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, is calm under pressure, and is keen to make a real difference during the busiest part of the school day.

The Role

• Supervising children during the lunchtime period in both the dining hall and playground
• Supporting pupils with additional needs to ensure a safe and positive lunchtime experience
• Encouraging inclusive play and positive social interactions
• Assisting with any lunchtime routines, including feeding and mobility support where needed
• Working collaboratively with school staff to manage behaviour and ensure pupil wellbeing

You Will Need

• Experience working with children or young people (school‑based experience is a plus but not essential)
• A calm, caring and patient nature
• A proactive and reliable attitude
• An understanding of or willingness to learn about supporting pupils with SEN
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one through us)

What We Offer

• Ongoing support and guidance from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long‑term placements and further school‑based roles