Student Wellbeing & Lunchtime Activities Lead

The Mercian Trust; Ocker Hill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on everyday purchases (Eden 

Health plan (UK Health Care)

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The Mercian Trust is seeking a positive Lunchtime Engagement Leader to join our academy team, supporting pupils during lunch and guiding engaging activities in a safe environment.

You will supervise outdoor and indoor spaces, promote positive behaviour, encourage participation in games and clubs, and help staff maintain calm, friendly routines between lunch and lessons. We value safeguarding and teamwork, welcoming energetic applicants who enjoy working with young people.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities essential.
• Experience supporting or supervising young people preferred, not required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in busy environments.
• Willingness to work as part of a team to support lunchtime activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunchtime in outdoor spaces and activity zones.
• Promote positive behaviour and high expectations per academy policies.
• Encourage participation in organised games, clubs and enrichment activities.
• Build positive relationships with students and support their wellbeing.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and orderly lunchtime environment.
• Support smooth movement of students between lunch and afternoon lessons.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Student supervision

Job description

The Mercian Trust is seeking a positive Lunchtime Engagement Leader to join our academy team, supporting pupils during lunch and guiding engaging activities in a safe environment.

You will supervise outdoor and indoor spaces, promote positive behaviour, encourage participation in games and clubs, and help staff maintain calm, friendly routines between lunch and lessons. We value safeguarding and teamwork, welcoming energetic applicants who enjoy working with young people.