Lunchtime Supervisor

Ganton School; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive environment

Caring and safe environment

Job summary

Ganton School is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to ensure a safe, engaging lunchtime environment for pupils aged 2–19 with complex learning needs. You will supervise individuals and groups, support wellbeing, and promote positive interactions under the guidance of senior staff.

The role is 7.5 hours per week during term time (190 days a year), with start ASAP after checks. A first aid qualification is preferred, and safeguarding experience is valued. Applications close 8am on 30 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children across age groups
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and engage group activities
• Willingness to undertake first aid training and safeguarding duties

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during the midday lunch break
• Assist in the dining hall and support good eating habits
• Plan and deliver playground activities to encourage group play
• Address behavioural issues following senior guidance
• Provide basic first aid and care for sick or injured children

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Team player

First aid training willingness

Job description

GANTON SCHOOL LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR

Grade & Scale point: 1, Scp 3 Salary: £25,614 FTE, £4,355 Actual, £13.28/hr Hours of work: 7.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12.00 – 1.30pm Contract: Permanent, Term time only (190 days per year) Start date: ASAP following pre-employment checks

Our Lunchtime Supervisor will play a key role in ensuring a safe, positive, and engaging environment for our pupils during the lunchtime period. Working under the general direction of a Level 4 Teaching Assistant or Assistant Headteacher, you will supervise individuals and groups of children, support their well-being and promote positive interactions.

At Ganton School, we are outward-looking, truly inclusive, and committed to excellence in personalised learning and well-being. We are proud to be an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ special school, supporting children and young people aged 2–19 years with severe and complex learning difficulties.

We operate across two sites (primary and secondary) and provide places for up to 180 pupils. We are well known for our innovative and pioneering approach, particularly in our joint provision for SLD Outreach and Post-16 programmes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Supervision of children throughout the midday lunch break.
• Helping with supervision in the dining hall, during the service of meals, ensuring good eating habits and table manners.
• Plan and deliver games with the children on the playground, encourage group play.
• To resolve any behavioural issues efficiently following the guidance of the senior leaders.
• Care for sick children and those with minor injuries/ailments, providing basic first aid treatment when required

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Experience working with children with varying ages and backgrounds
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to organise activities that engage children
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A first aid qualification or be willing to undertake training
• A knowledge and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

If you believe in the children in Hull, are passionate about our community and truly want to make a difference then we would love to hear from you.

AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.
• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.
• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.
• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

Visits to our school are welcome by appointment and can be arranged by contacting our school office.

Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Friday 30 October 2026

Interview date: w/c 9 November 2026

If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Danielle Abbott, HR Administrator, at Ganton School.

As part of Humber Education Trust's recruitment processes, in accordance with statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

CONDITIONAL OFFER:

Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search and required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record.