Lunchtime Supervisor

ISC group; East Midlands; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Independent Schools Council is seeking a lunchtime supervisor to oversee pupils during the 11:45am–1:30pm lunch period in a term-time role (34 weeks). The successful candidate will supervise in the dining hall, playground and other areas, encouraging positive behaviour and respectful play.

Applicants should be patient, approachable, and confident working with children, with a genuine interest in their wellbeing and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children preferred.
• DBS check and safeguarding checks will be required.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting pupils during lunchtime.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and safe, inclusive play.
• Supporting children in the dining hall.
• Ensuring pupils are safe and well cared for at all times.
• Working positively with colleagues as part of the school team.

Skills

Patience

Child engagement

Teamwork

Job description

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 11:45am – 1:30pm. Term time only (34 weeks)

The successful candidate will help ensure that our pupils have a safe, happy and enjoyable lunchtime. You will supervise children in the dining hall, playground and other areas of the school, encouraging positive behaviour, friendship and respectful play.

We are looking for someone who is patient, approachable and confident working with children, with a positive attitude and a genuine interest in supporting their wellbeing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and supporting pupils during lunchtime.

• Encouraging positive behaviour and safe, inclusive play.

• Supporting children in the dining hall.

• Ensuring pupils are safe and well cared for at all times.

• Working positively with colleagues as part of the school team.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to play an important part in making lunchtimes a positive experience for our pupils.

Closing Date: Wednesday 14 October 2026, 9:00am

Interview Date: Friday 16 October 2026

The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of references, right to work checks and any other checks required for the role and in accordance with current legislation and statutory guidance.