Lunchtime Supervisor

Pegasus Primary School; Minworth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career progression

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Pegasus Primary School is seeking a caring Lunchtime Supervisor to support feeding at lunchtime and supervise the playground, ensuring a safe and positive environment for learners. The role is mainly based in the nursery provision, with potential responsibilities in other areas as needed.

You will help create a safe and happy lunchtime experience, working with colleagues to promote good behaviour and assist with meals for younger pupils. Training will be provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable, and patient manner.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to learners’ wellbeing.
• Previous experience is helpful but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise learners in the dining hall, playground and other areas at lunchtime.
• Encourage positive behaviour and ensure school rules are followed.
• Support pupils to play safely, resolve minor disputes and develop social skills.
• Assist younger pupils with eating and clearing away meals.
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming lunchtime environment.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Team player

Reliable and punctual

Learner wellbeing

Willing to train

Job description

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

Success through Endeavour

Ambition through Challenge

Strength through Diversity

About this Role

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and proactive Lunchtime Supervisor to join our friendly team at Pegasus Primary School to assist with feeding at lunchtime and supervising the playground to ensure a safe environment for all our learners. This role will mainly be based in the nursery provision but you may be asked to support in other areas of the school as needed. You will help to create a safe, positive, and happy environment for pupils during the lunchtime break, both in the dining areas and outside in the playground.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising learners in the dining hall, playground, and other areas during lunchtime.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and ensuring learners follow the school rules.
• Supporting young people to play safely, resolve minor disputes, and develop social skills.
• Assisting younger pupils with eating and clearing away meals.
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming lunchtime environment.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a friendly, approachable, and patient manner.
• Can work well as part of a team.
• Is reliable, punctual, and committed to the wellbeing of our learners.
• Previous experience in a similar role is helpful but not essential - training will be provided.

Why Join Summit Learning Trust?

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
• Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people.

For a full description of the role and person specification, please see the accompanying documents.

Interviews to be held week commencing 28th September 2026.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here.