Lunchtime Supervisor

Carmarthenshire County Council; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,515,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Flexible working

Career progression

Staff health & wellbeing

Cycle-to-work

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Carmarthenshire County Council invites applications for a Lunchtime Supervisor to oversee lunchtime routines, promote healthy eating, and ensure student safety during the lunch period. The role runs Monday to Friday, term time only, and requires a DBS check.

A basic Welsh language level is required, with reasonable support provided to improve proficiency. Training in food safety is available if not already held.

Qualifications

• Calmly manage lunchtime environments and build respectful relationships with pupils and staff.
• Knowledge of basic food safety is an advantage; full training provided.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lunchtime routines and pupil behaviour.
• Encourage pupils to eat and try new foods.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and orderly lunchtime environment.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

Our school needs a dedicated and responsible Lunchtime Supervisor to ensure the smooth operation of daily lunchtime routines, encourage pupils to eat and try new foods, oversee student behaviour, and maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all students during the lunch hour. The working hours are Monday to Friday and term time only, ideal to fit around family commitments and other roles we offer.

• The ability to remain calm and build good relationships with adults and children based on mutual respect.
• Knowledge of basic food safety. This would be an advantage but is not essential as full training will be given.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work on their own and as part of a team.

You will also need:

• A positive attitude and the willingness to learn new skills.
• Flexibility and the willingness to assist with other catering requirements.
• An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk.

Welsh language level - verbal Level 1 - You will need a basic knowledge of Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level..

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave
• Access to staff health and wellbeing support
• Personal development and career progression
• Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies