Lunchtime Supervisor Ref. TV34325

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; On-site; GBP 4,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Walsall is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor for 6 ¼ hours a week during term time. The role involves supervising children during lunch, promoting healthy eating habits, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates should relate well to children, be assertive in enforcing rules, and have awareness of child safeguarding. This position offers a supportive staff environment and opportunities for professional development. The role requires a commitment to child welfare and an enhanced DBS check will be necessary.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in working with children of all ages.
• Ability to implement school’s Behaviour Policy.
• Capacity to deal with incidents of bullying or racism.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunchtime in the canteen.
• Promote healthy eating and good manners.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Ability to relate well with children

Assertiveness in rule implementation

Awareness of Child Safeguarding

Teamwork skills

Simple First Aid knowledge

Job description

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR AT COUNTY BRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL

6 ¼ hours a week, term time only

Grade 1. SCP 02 £12.65 per hour. Actual Salary: £3456.01 per annum

We require a Lunchtime Supervisor, to be appointed as soon as possible, who is able to work every day during the term time, Monday to Friday, for 1 ¼ hours per day.

We are looking for someone who:

• Relates well with children of all ages
• Can be a role model for children by treating them with fairly and with respect but has the ability to be assertive in implementing the school’s rules and Behaviour Policy
• Is aware of Child Safeguarding and Health and Safety issues
• Can recognise and deal with any incidents of racism and bullying according to the School’s policies
• Will assist children in the canteen to choose and eat a healthy lunch, encouraging the use of good manners and ensuring a clean and safe environment
• Is able to work as part of a team and adapt to changing circumstances
• Will be prepared to administer simple First Aid (for grazed knees etc) and deal with children who are distressed or sick

In return we can promise:

• A friendly, welcoming and supportive staff team
• Well-behaved, confident and enthusiastic children who enjoy school and are ready for learning
• To support you with any training needs you may have and to enable you to improve your skills further
• Supportive Governors and Parents

The School is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children & young people/vulnerable adults & expect all staff & volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check along with relevant employment checks.

Please contact the School Office for an application pack on 01922 720718

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Friday 23rd January 2026.