Lunchtime Supervisor - Wombridge Primary School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority school in Shrewsbury is seeking a motivated team member to ensure pupils have enjoyable lunchtimes and positive play experiences. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be fluent in English, and possess the ability to work independently. A commitment to safeguarding children is essential. This role offers a supportive environment with a focus on encouraging pupil growth and confidence. Applications are to be submitted via the provided email address by the closing date.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• The successful candidate must have a good standard of literacy for completing relevant forms.
• Fluency in English is essential for effective communication.
• Experience with children in school settings is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure pupils have happy and healthy lunchtimes.
• Supervise positive playtimes.
• Support children with lunch selection and eating.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Fluent in English

Self-motivated

Ability to work on own initiative

Job description

Fixed Term to 31st July 2026

Term Time Only

We are looking for a new team member to ensure our pupils have happy and healthy lunchtimes at school, someone that will be excited and enthusiastic to work at Wombridge across all age groups. The role would suit a self‑motivated and independent person who is able to work on their own initiative. The applicant should be equally comfortable to join in and supervise positive playtimes as well as supporting children to select and eat their lunch.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and must be fluent in English. A good standard of literacy is also required for completion of relevant forms, e.g., first aid slips, behaviour logs and accident forms.

We offer a happy and supportive working environment with a forward‑thinking leadership team dedicated to improving the school. We are accredited with Investors in People and our staff are very important to us.

At Wombridge Primary School, we promote an inclusive learning environment to ensure that all learners, irrespective of their backgrounds, receive the most effective support, care and guidance we can offer.

We encourage our pupils to take responsibility for their learning, to grow in confidence and become independent learners. It is our vision that the children who leave Wombridge Primary are happy, successful and well prepared for the next stage of learning as well as being ready to make a valued contribution to society.

Our core values are LEAD:

• Learning
• Aspiration
• Enjoyment
• Determination

To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01952 388040. Completed application forms should be emailed to [e-mail]. We are sorry but CV’s will not be accepted. The appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance (including a check on the children’s barred list) for the successful applicant. We are committed to Safeguarding and follow the Safer Recruitment practices as set out in the Statutory Guidance – Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are committed to Equality and Diversity.

Closing Date: 05/01/26

Interview Date: 08/01/26

Attached documents

• Job Description
• Application Form
• Application Notes