School Lunchtime Supervisor

Clarence Recruitment; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start

Term-time only

Part-time hours

Job summary

Clarence Recruitment is seeking friendly, reliable Lunchtime Supervisors to work across Leicester City schools. This part-time role operates during school hours with an immediate start, and offers weekly pay at £14.00 per hour.

As a Lunchtime Supervisor, you will supervise pupils, support during lunch, promote positive behaviour, and help with safeguarding in line with school policies. DBS clearance is essential and weekly hours run Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is beneficial.
• DBS clearance is essential.
• Available to work during school lunchtime hours, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in dining halls and playgrounds during lunchtime.
• Support children during lunch and encourage positive behaviour.
• Help younger pupils with meals where required and promote good manners.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor play activities and manage minor incidents calmly.
• Follow school safeguarding policies and report concerns to staff.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Reliable and punctual

Calm and patient

Good behaviour promotion

Job description

Lunchtime Supervisor - Leicester City

£14.00 per hour

Part-Time & Term Time Only

Weekly Pay

Immediate Start

An Enhanced DBS is essential

Clarence Recruitment is looking for friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisors to work within schools across Leicester City.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for part-time work during school hours, particularly those with experience working with children or young people.

Roles are available for an immediate start, with weekly pay at £14.00 per hour.

The Role

As a Lunchtime Supervisor, you will help ensure pupils have a safe, positive and enjoyable lunchtime experience.

Your duties may include:

• Supervising pupils in dining halls and playground areas
• Supporting children during lunchtime and encouraging positive behaviour
• Helping younger pupils with meals where required
• Encouraging good manners and appropriate behaviour
• Supervising indoor and outdoor play activities
• Promoting positive interaction between pupils
• Managing minor incidents or disagreements calmly and appropriately
• Following the school's behaviour and safeguarding policies
• Reporting any safeguarding, welfare or behaviour concerns to appropriate school staff
• Helping maintain a safe and organised environment throughout the lunchtime period
• Supporting pupils with additional needs where appropriate

What We Are Looking For

Applicants should be:

• Friendly, approachable and confident around children
• Reliable and punctual
• Calm and patient with a positive attitude
• Comfortable supervising groups of pupils
• Able to promote positive behaviour and sensible play
• Committed to safeguarding and pupil welfare
• Available to work during school lunchtime hours, Monday to Friday
• Able to start immediately or at short notice

Relevant experience within a school, nursery, childcare, youth work or similar setting would be beneficial, although applications from candidates with transferable experience are also welcome.

What We Offer

• £14.00 per hour
• Paid weekly
• Part-time lunchtime hours
• Term-time-only work
• School-based placements across Leicester City
• Immediate start opportunities
• Support with compliance and relevant online training
• Ongoing support from an experienced education recruitment consultant

Safeguarding & Compliance Statement

Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, vulnerable adults, and patients. We expect all applicants to share this commitment.

All placements are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including DBS clearance, identity verification, right to work checks, references, qualifications, and professional registrations where applicable.

For education roles, checks are completed in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. For healthcare and medical positions, compliance processes meet Employment Check Standards, CQC requirements, and relevant safeguarding legislation.