Join our team as a lunchtime supervisor!
We are looking for a dedicated and friendly lunchtime supervisor to support children during the busy lunchtime period. This role involves supervising pupils in the dining hall and playground, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and positive behaviour. You’ll help children develop social skills, encourage positive play and create a welcoming lunchtime environment.
This is the perfect position for anyone seeking school‑based work experience, a part‑time term‑time job, or a rewarding role that fits around family life.
Closing date: 9 October 2026
Interview date: Monday 12th October 2026
Start date: Monday 2nd November 2026
Contract: 6 month fixed term, maternity cover until 31 August 2027 or earlier if post holder returns
Hours: 6 hours and 40 minutes per week (Monday to Friday 11.50 - 13.10), term time only
Actual salary: £4,038.04
ABOUT US:
Windwhistle Primary School supports children’s achievement by building their self-confidence.
We offer a happy, safe environment that nurtures children from 3 – 11 years old and supports all in our school community. We have extensive grounds that the children can access for learning and play.
We are very well-resourced with excellent professional development opportunities and our staff benefit from support and development through the wider network of schools in ELAN.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Working at Windwhistle comes with a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and future.
Family‑Friendly Support - We offer five paid carer’s days per year (pro rata) to help you balance work and family responsibilities.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion - We are proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Our school community thrives on diversity, and we aim to create a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.
Training & Development Opportunities - You’ll have access to ongoing professional development, networking opportunities, and clear pathways for career progression. We support you in learning new skills and growing within the education sector.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Windwhistle Primary School is part of Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so. Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website.