Lunchtime ControllerEDV/2026/CPA/97598

Hawkedon Primary School; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkedon Primary School in Massachusetts is seeking a lively and energetic teaching assistant to support pupils and contribute to a safe, engaging classroom environment. You will work closely with teachers, support lunchtime routines, supervise play activities, and help children stay on task during the day.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, clear communication, and proactive involvement in school life. Training will be provided and you will participate in safeguarding training and school-wide

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary school children is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow school policies and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lunchtime routines and supervise children during lunch.
• Supervise pupils during breaks and ensure safety indoors and outdoors.
• Support teaching staff during classes and activities.
• Encourage participation and monitor behavior in line with school policy.
• Record incidents and administer basic first aid as needed.

Skills

Lunchtime supervision

Communication with children

Safeguarding awareness

Team player

Education

EY qualification level 2/3 (advantage)

Job description

About This Role

We are looking for a lively and energetic team player to help enthuse children in our friendly Academy. You will have excellent communication skills with young children and the ability to work under your own initiative as well as part of an established team. An EY qualification at level 2 or 3 would be an advantage.

About This Role

We are looking for a lively and energetic team player to help enthuse children in our friendly Academy. You will have excellent communication skills with young children and the ability to work under your own initiative as well as part of an established team. An EY qualification at level 2 or 3 would be an advantage.

Appropriate training will be available.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will have to undergo an enhanced DBS check and an Online and Social Media check.

General Duties

• Assist with putting out tables and chairs for lunch when needed. Clear away spillages during lunchtime, empty the food waste bin, take plates and cutlery to the kitchen to be cleaned.
• To supervise and ensure the welfare of the children during the lunchtime break both inside and outside the building. In case of wet weather, supervise the children inside the school as directed.
• Assist with clearing away the area, inside and out, in time for the afternoon school session.
• To monitor the behaviour of the children at all times in conjunction with the school’s policy on discipline and behaviour.
• Assist children with the times and locations of any lunchtime activities and ensure that they have returned on time to their classroom for the afternoon session.
• Administer appropriate First Aid as required and ensure that all accidents are recorded in the accident book, in order that any appropriate action can be taken.
• Ensure all children are engaged in suitable activities. Lead play activities. Be pro-active and vigilant regarding any situations that may be a cause for concern e.g. bullying or children isolated from mainstream activities. Take appropriate action to resolve these issues and report them to the midday supervisor/School Leadership Team.
• Observe Health and Safety regulations relating to the school at all times.
• Undertake safeguarding training and uphold the school’s policy and procedures in order to ensure a strong culture of safeguarding.
• Retain the confidentiality on all aspects of school life.
• Any other duties that reasonably fall within the scope of the post.

Supporting the Academy

• Contribute to the ethos, value and aims of the school.
• Comply with all relevant legislation and Academy policies, including those relating to safeguarding, health and safety and data protection.
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• Assist with the supervision of pupils

Communication and Coordination

• Work closely with teaching staff, other TAs, groups of pupils, and their peers.