Lunchtime Supervisor & Safe Play Leader

Heathwood Lower School; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time hours

Induction training

Team environment

Job summary

Heathwood Lower School is seeking a friendly Midday Supervisor to join the lunch team. You will help pupils aged 4 to 9 develop healthy eating habits, manners, and safe, active play during the lunch break.

The role involves supervising in the dining hall and playground, assisting with packaging and meals, and supporting staff to ensure a smooth transition between morning and afternoon sessions. DBS checks are required; training including safeguarding is provided.

Qualifications

• Patient, kind and approachable with young children.
• Excellent communication skills and team collaboration.
• Proactive attitude toward children's safety and well-being.
• Flexible with a good sense of humour.
• Experience with children is desirable, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn matter most.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in the dining hall, aid with opening packaging and cutlery, keep the area clean.
• Lead and encourage playground games, ensuring inclusion, activity and safety.
• Manage pupil behaviour in line with the school's policy.
• Attend to minor accidents and provide basic first aid (training provided).
• Collaborate with teaching staff and other supervisors for smooth transitions between lessons and registration.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Heathwood Lower School is seeking a friendly Midday Supervisor to join the lunch team. You will help pupils aged 4 to 9 develop healthy eating habits, manners, and safe, active play during the lunch break.

The role involves supervising in the dining hall and playground, assisting with packaging and meals, and supporting staff to ensure a smooth transition between morning and afternoon sessions. DBS checks are required; training including safeguarding is provided.