Lunchtime Supervisor

Aspire People; Walsall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor in Walsall. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising children during lunch, ensuring their safety, and promoting positive behaviour. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and excellent communication skills. This role offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment. Applicants must complete a DBS check and provide right to work documentation.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Supportive work environment

Competitive pay

Ongoing support from recruitment team

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or childcare settings is preferred.
• First Aid qualification is desirable.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch breaks and ensure safety.
• Encourage positive behaviour and monitor playtime activities.
• Assist with lunchtime routines and support children’s needs.

Skills

Experience working with children

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage student behaviour

Friendly and approachable attitude

Teamwork and independent work ability

Job description

What We Offer

• Full‑time and part‑time positions available (hours typically 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, subject to school needs).
• Flexible work hours, with potential for split shifts.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Competitive pay and ongoing support from our recruitment team.

Role Overview

As a Lunchtime Supervisor you will be responsible for supervising children during lunch breaks, ensuring their safety, well‑being, and enjoyment during playtime. You will manage behaviour, assist with lunchtime arrangements, and create a positive, safe environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch breaks, ensuring a safe and well‑managed environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement among students.
• Monitor playtime activities, ensuring children follow rules and guidelines.
• Assist with lunchtime routines, including helping younger children with eating or special requirements.
• Promote safety by keeping watch over playground activities and guiding children to ensure their well‑being.
• Support children with any personal or social needs that may arise during the break.
• Work with school staff to create a happy and productive lunchtime environment.
• Assist with clean‑up and preparation for the end of lunch.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children, either in an educational or childcare setting (preferred but not essential).
• Excellent communication skills with children and staff.
• Ability to manage student behaviour effectively.
• Friendly, patient, and approachable attitude with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• First Aid qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Must be reliable, punctual, and flexible with working hours.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting is desirable.
• DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) is required. If you don't have one, we will assist in processing a new one at a cost of £56.20.
• Right to work documentation will be required upon registration.

Why Aspire People

• We are a leading recruitment agency specialising in educational staffing.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from dedicated recruitment consultants.
• Opportunities for future roles within schools or education settings.

Interested?

For more information or to apply, contact Sonya, Office & Technical Consultant for the Black Country at Aspire People. You can also visit our website at www.aspirepeople.co.uk to learn more and view other roles we have available. If you know someone who would be a perfect fit for this role, don't forget to take advantage of our referral program and earn generous fees for successful recommendations.

Please Note

Applicants must have experience working with children and a current DBS check (on the update service), or be willing to obtain one at their own cost. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.