Primary School Lunchtime Supervisor / Midday Meals Supervisor

SANZA Teaching Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

SANZA Teaching Agency are supporting a Brent primary school in their search for a reliable Primary School Lunchtime Supervisor to assist during lunch, in the dining hall and on the playground. The role is part-time, term-time only, starting ASAP, with hours 11:15am to 1:15pm, Monday to Friday.

You will supervise pupils, maintain safety and encourage positive interaction, with a focus on consistent boundaries and proactive engagement with staff and pupils.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a primary setting.
• Excellent punctuality, reliability and professionalism.
• Strong behaviour management and boundary-setting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime, ensuring safety and wellbeing.
• Plan and lead inclusive playground games and activities.
• Encourage positive play and social interaction.

Skills

Experience working with children

Punctuality

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Job description

Primary School Lunchtime Supervisor

Job Title: Primary School Lunchtime Supervisor / Midday Meals Supervisor
Location: Brent, North West London
Start Date: ASAP - Immediate Start
Salary: 15 per hour (PAYE)
Working Hours: 11:15am - 1:15pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Part-Time Term-Time Only Ongoing

About the Opportunity

SANZA Teaching Agency are delighted to be supporting one of Brent's leading primary schools in their search for a fun, creative and enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisor to join their team immediately!

About the Role

As a Primary School Lunchtime Supervisor, you will play an important role in supporting children throughout their lunch break, both in the dining hall and on the playground.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising primary-aged pupils during lunchtime, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and enjoyment.
• Planning, organising and leading fun, creative and inclusive playground games and activities.
• Encouraging children to participate in positive play, teamwork and social interaction.

About the School

This is an excellent opportunity to join a large, highly regarded primary school in Brent, recognised for its strong leadership, high expectations and commitment to providing an excellent education for its pupils.

The school prides itself on maintaining a positive, structured and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to achieve their best, both academically and socially.

You can expect:

• A large, well-established primary school with a strong reputation in the local community.
• A dedicated leadership team with exceptionally high expectations.
• Clear behaviour policies, routines and expectations across the school.
• A strong emphasis on creativity, positive relationships and pupil wellbeing.
• A collaborative team of teachers, teaching assistants and support staff.
• A school that values enthusiastic, hardworking and committed individuals who make a genuine difference to children's school experience.

The school is particularly selective about the staff they appoint and wants someone who will become a positive and valued member of the lunchtime team.

They are looking for someone who is fun and engaging but equally confident in maintaining boundaries and managing behaviour effectively.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and creative individual who has previous experience working with children and genuinely enjoys helping them learn, play and develop.

Essential requirements:

• Previous experience working with children, ideally within a primary school, nursery, childcare, playwork or similar setting.
• A confident, friendly and enthusiastic personality.
• A creative approach to engaging children through games, activities and positive play.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to maintain clear, consistent boundaries.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved rather than simply observe.
• A genuine commitment to children's safety, wellbeing and development.
• Excellent punctuality, reliability and professionalism.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

We would particularly welcome applications from individuals with experience as:

• Lunchtime Supervisors / Midday Meals Supervisors
• Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants
• Nursery Assistants / Early Years Practitioners
• Playworkers / Children's Activity Leaders
• Sports Coaches / After-School Club Assistants
• Other experienced childcare professionals

You do not necessarily need to have worked as a Lunchtime Supervisor before, but previous experience working with children is essential.

Above all, the school wants someone with a fantastic attitude who can bring energy, creativity and enthusiasm to every lunchtime!

Why Work with SANZA Teaching Agency?

SANZA Teaching Agency is a leading education recruitment agency specialising in Primary Education and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across London.

As the sister agency to Tradewind Recruitment, we combine the personal service of a specialist education agency with the extensive resources, training opportunities and support of a much larger recruitment group.

When you join SANZA Teaching Agency, you can benefit from:

• REC Audited Education status - demonstrating our commitment to high standards in education recruitment and safeguarding.
• PAYE-only agency - we pay our candidates directly through PAYE, with no umbrella company deductions or hidden umbrella fees.
• Access to The National College - a fantastic professional development platform offering a wide range of education-focused CPD courses and training.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your registration, placement and beyond.
• Competitive rates of pay, with transparent pay arrangements.
• Weekly pay - reliable payments directly into your bank account.
• Access to excellent primary and SEND schools across London, including opportunities that may not be advertised elsewhere.
• Ongoing career support and guidance from experienced education recruitment specialists.
• Opportunities for daily supply, long-term placements and permanent positions, depending on your experience and availability.

At SANZA, you're never just another number. We pride ourselves on building strong relationships with our candidates and providing a personal, professional and supportive service.