Lunchtime Supervisor - Primary School (Term-Time)

REESON Education; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time, term-time only

Professional development & first aid培训

Friendly collaborative staff team

Job summary

Reeson Education is seeking a Midday Meal Supervisor for a Wandsworth primary school in London, starting January 2027. The role involves supervising pupils during lunch, promoting safe, positive behaviour and supporting wellbeing.

Experience with children and a current first aid qualification are preferred, with training available. The position is part-time, term-time only, offering a supportive school environment and opportunities for professional development in first aid and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience working with children, ideally within a school, nursery or childcare setting.
• Has a current first aid qualification or is willing to undertake relevant training.
• Demonstrates a caring, patient and approachable manner.
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can confidently supervise groups of primary-aged children.
• Has strong awareness of safeguarding, health and safety and pupil wellbeing.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage busy lunchtime routines.
• Can respond calmly and appropriately to challenging situations.
• Works effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Is committed to promoting positive behaviour and children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Supervise primary-aged pupils during lunchtime, both in the dining hall and playground.
• Ensure children remain safe, happy and appropriately supported throughout their lunch break.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage respectful interactions between pupils.
• Support children with lunchtime routines and encourage independence.
• Monitor dietary requirements, food allergies and appropriate hygiene practices.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to minor injuries and first aid incidents.
• Follow school safeguarding, health and safety and emergency procedures.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, lunchtime supervisors and the wider school team.
• Help create a nurturing, inclusive and enjoyable lunchtime experience for all pupils.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Organised

Safeguarding awareness

Ability to supervise groups

Education

First aid qualification

Job description

Reeson Education is seeking a Midday Meal Supervisor for a Wandsworth primary school in London, starting January 2027. The role involves supervising pupils during lunch, promoting safe, positive behaviour and supporting wellbeing.

Experience with children and a current first aid qualification are preferred, with training available. The position is part-time, term-time only, offering a supportive school environment and opportunities for professional development in first aid and safeguarding.