Lunchtime Supervisor

TeacherActive; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational recruitment agency is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor for a Primary School in Newport. This long-term position involves supervising children during lunch and promoting healthy eating and good manners. The ideal candidate will have experience in an educational setting, strong relationship-building skills, and an understanding of safeguarding. This role offers excellent pay and a chance to grow into a Teaching Assistant position. A supportive team will assist with onboarding and professional development.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral Scheme up to £100

Qualifications

• Experience working in an educational setting is essential.
• Candidates must be able to build relationships with children effectively.
• A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunchtime and encourage good manners.
• Support healthy eating habits among children.
• Encourage children to take responsible roles during lunchtime.

Skills

Experience working in an education setting

Ability to build relationships with children

Good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines

Strong work ethic with a positive attitude

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Lunchtime Supervisor

Newport

January 2026

£15 Per hour

Do you thrive in a fast pace environment where no day is the same?

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to start your career in education?

Do you want to ensure children have a safe and fun lunchtime experience?

TeacherActive is proud to be working within a modern Primary School located in Newport. This school strives to provide a stable, secure and happy environment where everyone is respected, valued and cherished. The school encourages all pupils to take their place as a responsible, confident member of the wider community.

The Primary School is looking to take on a Lunchtime Supervisor to join their enthusiastic team. This role is on a long term basis, working 5 days a week. You will be required to work between the hours of 11:45am and 13:45pm supervising the children while they eat lunch, encouraging good manners and supporting healthy eating. This role is a great pathway to open opportunities for you within the school by potentially becoming a Teaching Assistant if you express the correct attributes they look for when working with children.

The successful Lunchtime Supervisor will have:

• Experience working in an education setting
• Ability to build relationships with children
• A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines.
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude
• Excellent communication skills

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available around the clock to help you with the easy onboarding process.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme T&Cs apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Lunchtime Supervisor position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.