Lunchtime Supervisor

Rufford Primary School; Dudley; On-site; GBP 3,700 - 3,800; Part time

Job summary

Rufford Primary School is seeking a dedicated Lunchtime Supervisor to ensure lunchtime safety and enjoyment for pupils. The role is permanent, term-time only (39 weeks) with 6.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12.00–1.15pm. The post sits at Grade 2, SCP 4 (£25,185 FTE), pro rata for the reduced hours.

You will supervise pupils in the dining hall and on the playground, promoting safe, positive behaviour and a calm lunchtime environment, working as part of a supportive team across the school.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current First Aid qualification.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and punctuality essential.
• Ability to work safely and observe practices.
• Previous experience of working in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in the dining hall and playground during lunchtimes.
• Promote safe, positive behaviour and play.
• Work as part of a supportive lunch team across the school.

Skills

Physically fit

Reliable attendance

Punctuality

Team player

Observing safety practices

Education

First Aid qualification

Job description

Your Role

Vacancy for Lunchtime Supervisor

Start date: ASAP

Contract details: Permanent

Hours per Week: 6.25 hours per week (Monday - Friday 12.00 - 1.15pm)

Contract Type: Term time only 39 weeks

Salary: Grade 2, SCP 4 £25,185 FTE which is £3672 - £3755 pro rata

About Rufford Primary School

We are a Multi Academy Trust comprising of six secondary schools and one primary school with over 750 employees and over 5,500 students, based in Dudley, West Midlands.

We are seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team, with the flexibility and willingness to work across the school and our SEND Base. At Rufford, we are dedicated to ensuring all our children feel a sense of belonging at school. We prioritise inclusion in all aspects of school life and we are determined to support vulnerable children and help them to succeed in their education. If you have the drive and commitment to be part of our team, then we welcome your application.

We are seeking a reliable and caring Lunchtime Supervisor to join our friendly team at Rufford Primary School. The successful candidate will help ensure that the lunchtime period is safe, positive and enjoyable for all pupils. Working as part of a supportive team, you will supervise children in the dining hall and playground, encouraging good behaviour and positive play.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Ms Pippa Laight, PA to the Headteacher on 01384 686717.

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Closing date: 9th October 2026

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Interviews date:

TBC

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, and as part of our recruitment process, the Trust will carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates. This is to help identify any incidents or concerns that are publicly available which may pose a safeguarding risk or bring the Trust into disrepute. Any such findings will be shared with the recruitment manager and may be discussed at interview.

We are deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All required pre-employment checks will be undertaken, and offers of employment are subject to satisfactory outcomes. These include an enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List information, identity checks, online checks, and verification of professional qualifications and references. Further details are available in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026.

1. An Enhanced DBS Check including the Children's Barred List
2. Verification through the DfE's Check a Teacher's Record (for applicable roles)

It is a criminal offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, as amended). Certain convictions or cautions are considered 'protected' and need not be disclosed. Guidance on disclosure is available on the Ministry of Justice website: Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

For information on the filtering of cautions and convictions, visit the DBS Filtering Guidance: DBS Filtering Guidance

As a Trust, we are committed to ensuring that during all stages of recruitment and selection, no applicant is disadvantaged or discriminated against based on any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

Qualifications

Current First Aid qualification

desirable

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

• To be physically fit essential
• To be reliable, punctual and have excellent attendance essential
• Observe safe working practices in carrying out the required duties essential
• Team player, personable, emotionally intelligent with a sense of humour essential

Experience

• Capacity to work under pressure, to meet deadlines and organise priorities essential
• Use of buffing and vacuuming equipment
• Undertaking cleaning in a professional/work environment
• Previous experience of working in a school environment

Flexible attitude/approach

• To work flexibly to meet the needs of the Trust and its education establishments. Can be required to work in any location within the Trust essential

Personal Attributes

• Possess a flexible and adaptable approach to working patterns and job tasks essential

Safeguarding Information

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, and as part of our recruitment process, the Trust will carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates. This is to help identify any incidents or concerns that are publicly available which may pose a safeguarding risk or bring the Trust into disrepute. Any such findings will be shared with the recruitment manager and may be discussed at interview.

We are deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All necessary Safeguarding checks will be undertaken which must have satisfactory outcomes, otherwise the conditional job offer may be withdrawn. These include an enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List information, identity checks, online checks, and verification of professional qualifications and references. Further details are available in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026.

This role has been assessed as working in regulated activity and is subject to:

1. An Enhanced DBS Check including the Children's Barred List
2. Verification through the DfE's Check a Teacher's Record (for applicable roles)

It is a criminal offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, as amended). Certain convictions or cautions are considered 'protected' and need not be disclosed. Guidance on disclosure is available on the Ministry of Justice website: Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

For information on the filtering of cautions and convictions, visit the DBS Filtering Guidance: DBS Filtering Guidance

As a Trust, we are committed to ensuring that during all stages of recruitment and selection, no applicant is disadvantaged or discriminated against based on any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.