Lunchtime Supervisor: Safe, Engaging Breaks for Pupils

Harris Federation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Loyalty Bonus

Pension Scheme with generous employer

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS//

Many other benefits

Job summary

Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green is recruiting a Midday Meals Supervisor to ensure the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during lunch. The role runs 20 hours per week, typically 9:30am–1:30pm, within a busy school day.

Join our Harris Federation family and contribute to a supportive, secure lunchtime environment. Training and professional development are provided as part of our strong staff culture.

Qualifications

• Understanding the educational and welfare needs of pupils at lunchtime.
• Recognise the meal/break as social and educational occasions.
• Experience supervising pupils in a relevant age setting.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Ability to encourage and inspire young people.
• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to work with people across a wide range of levels and responsibilities.
• Ability to liaise with parents professionally observing confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking direct supervision of pupils in designated areas, ensuring safe and orderly conduct.
• Assisting with daily decisions on areas for pupil use e.g. wet lunchtimes.
• Supporting the safe use of children's play equipment.
• Promoting games and activities, motivating pupils during the lunchtime break, ensuring school rules and safety.
• Supporting and supervising pupils in the dining area as appropriate.
• Supporting pupils in the play/other areas who may require assistance.
• Dealing with minor incidents and first aid where appropriate, referring serious incidents as needed.
• Cleaning up spillages or debris to maintain order and safety.

Skills

English

Pupil supervision

Inspiration

Organisation

Interpersonal

Parent liaison

Job description

Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green is recruiting a Midday Meals Supervisor to ensure the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during lunch. The role runs 20 hours per week, typically 9:30am–1:30pm, within a busy school day.

Join our Harris Federation family and contribute to a supportive, secure lunchtime environment. Training and professional development are provided as part of our strong staff culture.