LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR

Prince Albert Community Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community trust in the UK is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to oversee and support pupils during lunch breaks. The role emphasizes promoting good behavior, ensuring safety, and fostering positive interactions among children. The ideal candidate will possess a warm and caring attitude, work well in a team, and have excellent communication skills. This position offers a supportive work environment and various employee benefits, contributing to the welfare of children. Applications close on 7 January 2026.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Discounted gym membership

Retail discounts and cashback

Well-being days

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and proactive with a caring and friendly approach.
• Experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunch breaks across various areas.
• Encourage positive social interactions and play.
• Ensure children's safety and well-being.

Skills

Warm and approachable manner

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Good communication skills

Positive relationship with pupils

Tools

Computers

Job description

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR

Salary: Grade 2, Scale Points 3–8

Actual salary: £5,965–£6,601 per annum

Monday – Friday, 10 hours per week (term‑time only)

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunch breaks in the dining hall, playground, and other areas.
• Encourage positive play and social interaction.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of all children.
• Promote good behaviour and follow school policies.
• Assist with setting up and clearing the dining area as needed.

What we’re looking for

• A warm and approachable manner.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic and proactive.
• Caring, active and friendly.
• Professional and polite with a good standard of literacy and communication skills.
• Have a positive relationship with pupils and staff.
• Proficient in the use of computers.
• Experience working with children (desirable but not essential).
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We can offer

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• A working culture that promotes diversity, equality and social justice.
• Children who love learning and an extensive inclusion and pastoral support team.
• Excellent CPD opportunities.
• Exceptionally supportive staff and leadership.
• A caring working environment where your welfare is of paramount importance.
• Opportunities for promotion and progression.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing opportunities for professional development.
• A positive and stimulating learning environment that values the contribution of all staff.
• A chance to make a real difference in children’s daily lives.

Benefits

• Health Cash Plan.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Retail discounts and cashback.
• Free confidential advice, information and counselling service.
• Well‑being days.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Generous local government pension scheme.

Our group of schools includes Prince Albert Primary School, Heathfield Primary School, Highfield J&I School, Birchfield Primary School, Sutton Park Primary School, Lakey Lane Primary, and Prince Albert High School.

As a PACT employee you will have access to benefits listed above. The PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo satisfactory online checks; successful applicants will be required to complete enhanced DBS checks.

If you believe you possess the qualities to take on this role, visit our website at www.the-pact.co.uk or apply through MyNewTerm. Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact the PACT HR department via [e-mail].

"This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role."

We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time without prior notice.

Closing date: 7 January 2026.