Lunchtime Supervisor

AMA Admin; Whickham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Flexible opportunities

Health support

Dedicated consultant

CPD support

Referral programme

Ongoing support

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor in Whickham to oversee pupils during lunch breaks from 11:30 to 14:30, Monday to Friday, starting in September. You will promote a safe and inclusive lunchtime, supporting positive behaviour and children's social development, working closely with school staff to follow policies.

The role offers engaging, long-term opportunities with competitive pay and access to CPD, with a focus on safeguarding and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children professionally
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A proactive and reliable approach to supporting children's wellbeing
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunch in the dining hall and on the playground
• Help create a safe, inclusive and enjoyable lunchtime environment
• Support children's social development and behaviour in line with school policies

Skills

Experience with children

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Job Title: Lunchtime Supervisor
Location: Whickham
Hours: 11:30-14:30, Monday - Friday
Start: September
Pay: £16.50-£17.00 per hour

Lunchtime Supervisor - Role Overview

As a Lunchtime Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising pupils during lunch, both in the dining hall and on the playground. You will help create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment while encouraging positive behaviour and supporting children's social development.

You will work closely with school staff to ensure pupils have a positive lunchtime experience and that school policies are followed at all times.

Lunchtime Supervisor - Essential Criteria

• Previous experience working with children professionally
• A caring, patient, and approachable manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A proactive and reliable approach to supporting children's wellbeing
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Must live locally to Whickham—no relocation

Lunchtime Supervisor - Why Work with Milk Education?

Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change, with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for.

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Flexible and long-term opportunities available
• Health and wellbeing support
• 24/7 access to your dedicated consultant
• CPD and training support sessions
• Referral programme
• Ongoing support throughout your placement

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.