Lunchtime Supervisor at St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School

St. John Paul II Multi Academy Company; Sutton Coldfield; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Sutton Coldfield is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor on a fixed-term basis (to August 2027) to help safeguard pupils during lunch breaks. The role is 6.25 hours per week, term-time only, with duties in the dining hall and playground, guided by school policies and safeguarding procedures.

Based in St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, the post offers a Grade 2 salary (£24,413 – £26,864 FTE pro rata) and operates within the St John Paul II Multi Academy

Qualifications

• Safety and welfare of pupils during the midday break.
• Assist with maintaining order and positive behaviour during lunch periods.
• Support Head of School in safeguarding duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and control of pupils in the dining hall.
• Supervision and control of pupils in the playground and around school premises.
• Associated ancillary duties as directed by the school.

Skills

Pupil supervision

Behaviour management

Job description

Lunchtime Supervisor at St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School

Annual Salary: Grade 2 (£24,413 – £26,864) FTE pro rata
Hours of work: 6.25 hrs per week (Mon-Fri, 11:45 am – 1.30 pm), term time only
Position: Fixed Term until August 2027
Location: St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School
Sutton Coldfield
B75 6PB

As part of a team, assisting the Head of School in securing the safety, and welfare of pupils during the midday break. This will involve effective supervision of pupils in and about the premises and site(s) of the school.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. 1. Supervision and control of pupils in the dining hall.
2. 2. Supervision and control of pupils in the playground and about other school premises.
3. 3. Associated ancillary duties

JOB CONTENT

Main duties and responsibilities are indicated here. Other duties of an appropriate level and nature will also be required.

1. 1. Supervision and control of pupils in the dining hall, including:

   Where appropriate, assist/supervise pupils with their general hygiene requirements (washing,
   toileting changing clothing etc. in accordance with School Policy) prior to entering the dining room

   Organising dinner queue and entrance of pupils into dining hall and from dining hall to playground;
   ensuring good behaviour and calm atmosphere.

   Dealing with any bullying/fighting/unruly behaviour that may occur by intervention or calling for
   assistance, reporting incidents to Headteacher/Senior Midday Supervisor according to severity of
   incident

   Directing pupils to seats, deciding on seating arrangements, separating problem pupils where
   necessary

   Encouraging pupils to eat (including those with packed lunches) especially those with special needs
   or disabilities. Being aware of pupils on special or restricted diets for medical reasons from
   information from information provided at the school. Assisting pupils with cutting up food, pouring
   liquids etc. where necessary

   Encouraging social skills and good table manners, ensuring safety with knives and forks. Ensuring
   pupils tidy/clear up in a satisfactory manner

   Cleaning up spillages when food is spilt or dropped where such spillages are hazardous to
   pupils/staff

   Dealing with any body spillages in the dining hall in accordance with infection control procedures,
   ensure pupil goes to the medical room if appropriate

   Sharing responsibility with other Midday Supervisors and/or teacher for the maintenance of order
   and discipline in the dining hall area.

2. 2. Supervision and control of pupils in the playground and about other school premises, including:

   Where appropriate, collecting pupils from classrooms if going straight into the playground, ensuring
   they are adequately dressed for the prevailing weather conditions where necessary

   Supervision and control of the school entrance during lunch break to ensure children do not leave
   the playground without permission/authorisation. Check on any strangers who may enter school
   premises in accordance with school guidelines, be observant of any loiterers and report to Headteacher/Senior Midday Supervisor

   Direction of pupils to the playground and supervision of their activities and behaviour, ensuring
   their safety and well being, providing emotional support where necessary

   Preventing bullying, being aware of changes in friendships, encouraging socialising, play etc.
   Occasionally participating in games

   Discouraging any dangerous activities. Dealing with any unacceptable or challenging behaviour
   under the direction of guidelines in operation at the school

   Reporting any bad behaviour, assaults, carrying of weapons/banned substances by pupils to the Headteacher/Senior Midday Supervisor

   Supervision and control of pupils inside school premises when they are not allowed outside in
   inclement weather. Occupying pupils in various games and activities

   Ensuring in accordance with instructions given that all pupils return to the care of teachers at the
   end of the lunch period.

3. 3. Associated Ancillary Duties:

   Locking and securing classrooms which contain personal belongings of staff and pupils

   Checking toilet areas regularly for signs of pupil smoking/vandalism, blockage of toilets/wash
   basins and to ensure pupils are not loitering or playing in toilet areas Reporting any damage or
   blockages to Caretaking staff

   Ensuring that any pupils who suffer accident or injury are dealt with appropriately in accordance
   with the School’s agreed procedures

   Being aware of cultural differences between pupils, dealing with any incidents of racism or sexism in
   accordance with agreed procedures

   Where required, to assist with the collection of dinner money and/or the completion of
   records/registers of children dining.

4. 4. Child Protection

   To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to
   follow the child protection procedures adopted by the school.

The deadline for applications is 12pm on Wednesday 29th July 2026
Interview date: TBC – September

The St John Paul II Multi Academy is a highly successful Catholic Multi Academy encompassing nine Primary Schools and two Secondary Schools. Our schools are based in Sutton Coldfield, Erdington and Aston.

The St John Paul II Multi Academy is a highly successful Catholic Multi Academy encompassing nine Primary Schools and two Secondary Schools. Our schools are based in Sutton Coldfield, Erdington and Aston, Kingstanding and Ladywood.

The St John Paul II Multi Academy is a highly successful Catholic Multi Academy encompassing nine Primary Schools and two Secondary Schools. Our schools are based in Sutton Coldfield, Erdington and Aston, Kingstanding and Ladywood.