Lunchtime Supervisor - Nursery (Flexible, Long-Term)

Milk Education; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 16,531; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible long-term opportunities

Fast-track registration

Ongoing training and development

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking Lunchtime Supervisors to join nurseries in Hartlepool and surrounding areas from September 2026. Roles include part-time and full-time opportunities with potential permanency for the right candidate.

You will supervise lunchtime and play activities, support children's wellbeing, encourage good manners, and promote safe, inclusive interactions while maintaining high hygiene and safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young children in a nursery, school, childcare, or similar setting is desirable.
• A caring, patient, and approachable nature.
• Ability to remain calm and confident in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety and safeguarding responsibilities.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s wellbeing and development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch and snack times in a safe and caring environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, good table manners, and healthy eating habits.
• Support children who require assistance during mealtimes.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor play before and after lunch, ensuring children remain safe and engaged.
• Promote positive friendships, inclusion, and respectful behaviour.
• Respond appropriately to minor accidents or incidents and report concerns to senior staff.
• Help prepare dining and play areas before and after lunchtime.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, health and safety throughout the nursery.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Follow all safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

Skills

Caring nature

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Job description

Milk Education is seeking Lunchtime Supervisors to join nurseries in Hartlepool and surrounding areas from September 2026. Roles include part-time and full-time opportunities with potential permanency for the right candidate.

You will supervise lunchtime and play activities, support children's wellbeing, encourage good manners, and promote safe, inclusive interactions while maintaining high hygiene and safeguarding standards.