Lunchtime Supervisor

At Penns Primary, our Lunchtime Supervisors play an important role in ensuring that every pupil enjoys a safe, happy and positive lunchtime experience. Working as part of our wider school team, Lunchtime Supervisors help to create a calm, inclusive and welcoming environment where children can eat, play, develop friendships and return to afternoon learning ready to learn.

Key responsibilities include:

• Safeguarding and safety: Supervise pupils throughout lunchtime, maintaining high standards of safety and following school safeguarding procedures.

• Positive behaviour: Promote good behaviour, reinforce school expectations and encourage pupils to demonstrate our S.M.A.R.T. values: Safe, Mindful, Accepting, Resilient and Together.

• Dining hall supervision: Support pupils during lunch, encouraging good manners, independence and appropriate table etiquette.

• Playground supervision: Encourage positive play, support pupils in resolving disagreements and ensure all children feel included.

• Pastoral support: Build positive relationships with pupils, responding sensitively to their individual needs and reporting any concerns to the appropriate member of staff.

• Teamwork: Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure a smooth, organised and enjoyable lunchtime for all pupils.

The ideal candidate will:

• Enjoy working with primary-aged children.

• Be patient, approachable, caring and reliable.

• Have a positive attitude and clear expectations of behaviour.

• Be able to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team.

• Understand the importance of safeguarding, inclusion and confidentiality.

At Penns Primary, we believe in achievement through caring . Our Lunchtime Supervisors contribute to our commitment to the whole child, ensuring that every pupil feels safe, valued and included. The best you can be in all that you do!