Job Description

Job Introduction

Grade/Salary

Grade 2 (Point 3)


Part Time Lunchtime Supervisor, term time only (39 weeks)


5 hours per week (12.00pm - 1.00pm Monday to Friday)


FTE 24,796 per annum


Actual Salary 2,892 - 2,957 per annum


We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team at Wollescote Primary School. The successful candidate will help to ensure the safety, welfare, and good conduct of pupils during the lunch break--promoting positive behaviour, healthy social interaction, and a calm, orderly environment in the dining hall and playground

Key Responsibilities

1. Supervise Pupils

Monitor children in dining areas, playgrounds, and corridors to ensure safety and good conduct during lunch.

2. Promote Positive Behaviour

Encourage respectful behaviour and good manners, applying the school's behaviour policy consistently.

3. Ensure Safety and Welfare

Respond to accidents or emergencies promptly, administer basic first aid if trained, and report incidents appropriately.

4. Assist with Meals

Help younger pupils with food, maintain order in the dining hall, and ensure a clean, pleasant environment.

5. Communicate and Report

Liaise with staff about concerns, maintain confidentiality, and follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures.

Requirements

Experience working with children in a school or similar setting (formal or informal). Calm, approachable manner; strong interpersonal skills; able to build positive relationships. Confidence to manage behaviour fairly and consistently, following school policy. Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism; maintains confidentiality. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children (successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check).

Benefits

Supportive working environment. Training provided.

Closing date: Sunday 18th January 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.


All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.


Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.


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