Lunchtime Supervisor

Woodlea Primary School; Hollywater; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlea Primary Academy in a woodland setting is seeking a calm, caring and friendly individual to work with children. You will need to be confident with pupils, have good communication skills, a calm manner and the ability to work well in a team to support learning and wellbeing.

Previous experience is helpful but training will be given; the role involves supervising lunch and outdoor activities, assisting with basic first aid, behaviour support, and helping maintain a safe and inclusive

Qualifications

• Calm, caring and friendly approach with children
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
• Understanding of child safeguarding and confidentiality
• Previous experience with children is welcome but training provided

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in lunch hall, classroom or outside
• Assist with duties; tidy spillages, clean tables, maintain hygiene
• Encourage good behaviour and healthy eating
• Support children with play and activities
• Administer basic first aid (training provided) and record incidents
• Support children with complex or medical needs
• Work outdoors to support outdoor learning
• Follow school policies and keep records
• Keep children motivated and engaged
• Maintain a calm but firm approach and be flexible

Job description

Woodlea Primary Academy

We are a unique one form entry primary school, set in our own woodland, surrounded by the Deadwater Valley Nature Reserve. We are a fully inclusive school and we work hard to ensure that each child is respected as a unique individual. We are proud of our relationships with parents and work in close partnership with them to ensure that Woodlea is a great place to learn.

Position Description

We are looking for a calm, caring and friendly individual who enjoys working with children. You will need to be confident when dealing with children, have good communication skills, calm manner and be able to work well within a team. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate understanding/awareness of child behaviour and have an awareness of the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality in dealing with pupils.

Previous experience working with children would be an advantage but is not essential as full training will be given.

Duties include:

• Supervising children in our lunch hall, classroom or outside area
• Assisting with associated duties; cleaning up spillages, ensuring tables are clean, ensuring pupil hygiene
• Ensuring positive behaviour at all times by encouraging good table manners and healthy eating
• Have a desire to support children through play and activities
• Ensuring any issues are dealt with in a positive manner in accordance with our school behaviour policy and procedures
• Administering basic first aid (training will be given), recording of incidents/accidents and maintaining appropriate records
• Supporting children with complex or medical needs
• Enjoys working outside to incorporate our passion for outdoor learning
• Maintain an awareness of school, national and statutory policies and requirements and apply these in the workplace
• Ability to keep children motivated and engaged
• To have a calm but firm approach
• To be flexible and willing to learn

We can offer:

• A supportive team and an inclusive ethos
• A commitment to professional development for all staff
• The opportunity to be part of something special

The University of Chichester Academy Trust

You will be part of The University of Chichester Academy Trust, which is uniquely positioned to make a difference in the local educational landscape. The Trust currently encompasses 17 academies, 2 Inclusion centres, and a School-Centred Initial Teacher Training base, all based in Hampshire, Portsmouth, and West Sussex. While we share a common vision and values, each academy has its own identity that contributes to its local community. The Trust is committed to valuing the uniqueness of each school.

Two-Week October Half Term

We have introduced a two-week October half-term across all our schools. This initiative is already making a positive impact, giving staff and pupils a valuable break during the long autumn term, reducing absence through illness, and supporting overall well-being. It also brings greater consistency across our Trust, creating a more connected and efficient way of working. It’s just one example of how we prioritise our people and create a working environment where everyone can thrive.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the University of Chichester Academy Trust, we believe that diversity drives creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity, fostering an inclusive culture, and creating a community where everyone feels they belong. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented within our workforce, including those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled individuals, LGBTQI+ individuals, and women—especially for senior leadership roles.