Lunchtime Supervisor: Safe, Inclusive Play & Support

Ferndown First School; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferndown First School is seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisor to help create a safe, enjoyable lunchtime for pupils. The role focuses on supporting play, meals, and positive behaviour, with you as a calm and friendly presence during the lunch break.

The post is permanent and Term-Time Only, 4.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday, pm), with a full-time equivalent salary of £26,016 per year (pro-rata for part-time). Start date ASAP.

Qualifications

• Caring and patient with children.
• Warm, calm and approachable demeanor.
• Reliable team player who can work with staff.
• Happy to support pupils during lunch break.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, happy lunchtime environment for all pupils.
• Encourage positive behavior, manners and respectful relationships.
• Support children in dining and playtimes, helping them feel included.
• Organise safe, active and cooperative play.
• Offer reassurance when children need guidance or face worries.
• Respond to accidents, incidents and welfare needs.
• Work with colleagues to run lunchtimes smoothly.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Warm

Calm

Observant

Reliable

Team player

Enthusiastic

Job description

Ferndown First School is seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisor to help create a safe, enjoyable lunchtime for pupils. The role focuses on supporting play, meals, and positive behaviour, with you as a calm and friendly presence during the lunch break.

The post is permanent and Term-Time Only, 4.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday, pm), with a full-time equivalent salary of £26,016 per year (pro-rata for part-time). Start date ASAP.