Lunchtime Supervisor - Newdale Primary School & Nursery

Telford and Wrekin Council; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council is seeking a caring and enthusiastic member to support children in Shrewsbury. You will work part-time during term time, focusing on building relationships, communication, and providing pastoral support. This role requires a commitment to safeguarding children and ensuring a positive environment. Ideal candidates will have skills in teamwork and the ability to connect with children effectively. Applications are due by 13th November.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Modern school resources

Commitment to equality and diversity

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children in schools is desirable.
• Ability to form good relationships with children.
• Creative, flexible, and possesses a sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Support children during school hours.
• Maintain good relationships within the school community.
• Engage in regulated activities with children.

Skills

Safeguarding children

Teamwork

Good communication

Interpersonal relationships

Sensitivity

Job description

Fixed Term until July 2026 in the first instance

Required to start January 2026

6.25 hours per week Term Time only (11.45 am - 1.00 pm) Scale 1 Point 2 £12.65

We wish to appoint a caring and enthusiastic team member to join our dedicated, committed and hard-working staff.

We are looking for a person who:

• is committed to and responsible for safeguarding all children
• enjoys working as part of a team
• is able to form good relationships with children with children
• has good communication and listening skills
• is creative, flexible and have a sense of humour
• has experience of supporting children in schools (desirable)
• has experience in pastoral support for children
• possesses the ability to maintain good relationships within the school and the wider community
• can show sensitivity in interpersonal relationships and discretion in professional dealings

We can offer:

• well-motivated children
• a friendly, supportive team of colleagues
• excellent parental support and a committed Governing Body
• an attractive, well resourced, modern school environment

Application forms and further information are available from school or se elinks below. Compelted application forms to be returned to [e-mail]

Closing date: Thursday 13th November - 12 noon

Interviews: Thursday 18th November - PM

The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people.Online checks will be carried out on shortlisted candidates and all successful candidates are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

This role will be engaging in regulated activity with children.

This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as stated in the person specification.

We are committed to equality and diversity.