Lunchtime Supervisor / Playworker / Assistant

Yorkswood Primary School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Yorkswood Primary School is seeking a Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team. If you are warm, energetic and patient, you will help create a safe, active and encouraging lunchtime environment where pupils feel happy and ready for the afternoon.

Previous school experience helps, but a positive attitude and a passion for supporting children are what matter most. You will work alongside staff to support pupils, manage lunchtime routines, and promote safe play.

Qualifications

• Calm, friendly and respectful approach with pupils, staff and visitors.
• Ability to think on your feet and take initiative during a busy lunchtime shift.
• Punctual and dependable mindset that the team can rely on.
• Positive attitude and a passion for supporting children.

Skills

Great people skills

Proactive energy

Reliability

Children-focused attitude

Job description

Make Lunchtime the Best Part of Our Children's Day!

Are you a warm, energetic, and patient person who thrives in a lively environment? Yorkswood Primary is looking for a Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team!

Lunchtime is more than just mealtime—it’s where children recharge, play, and build friendships. We need someone who can help us create a safe, active, and encouraging atmosphere where pupils feel happy, safe, and ready for the afternoon.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Great People Skills: A calm, friendly, and respectful approach with pupils, staff, and visitors.

• Proactive Energy: The ability to think on your feet and take initiative during a busy lunchtime shift.

• Reliability: A punctual, dependable mindset that our team and pupils can count on.

• Prior school experience is great, but a positive attitude and a passion for supporting children are what matter most!