Lunchtime Supervisor - Primary School (Term-Time)

Operam Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers is seeking a friendly and reliable Midday Supervisor for a primary school in Newham, East London. The role is lunchtime supervision during term-time, with a casual start ASAP and ongoing/term-time contract.

The post offers support from school leadership and potential for extended hours for the right candidate. You will supervise pupils in the dining hall and playground, support positive behaviour, promote hygiene and healthy eating, and work closely with teachers and other staff

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children (school, club, childcare)
• Friendly, patient, and nurturing approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with children
• Calm and consistent approach to behaviour
• Confident to work as part of a team and follow routines

Responsibilities

• Supervising pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall and playground
• Supporting children with positive behaviour and conflict resolution
• Encouraging good manners, hygiene, and healthy eating habits
• Helping pupils move safely between the hall, playground, and classrooms
• Building positive, trusting relationships with children
• Working collaboratively with teachers and lunchtime staff
• Helping create a calm, inclusive lunchtime environment
• Following safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour policies

Skills

Childcare experience

Calm under pressure

Excellent communication

Team player

Education

DBS check (enhanced)

Job description

Horizon Teachers is seeking a friendly and reliable Midday Supervisor for a primary school in Newham, East London. The role is lunchtime supervision during term-time, with a casual start ASAP and ongoing/term-time contract.

The post offers support from school leadership and potential for extended hours for the right candidate. You will supervise pupils in the dining hall and playground, support positive behaviour, promote hygiene and healthy eating, and work closely with teachers and other staff