Primary School Lunchtime Supervisor

Smile Education are currently recruiting for a Lunchtime Supervisor to start immediately at a welcoming mainstream primary school in Birmingham. The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment for pupils aged 4–11 and is committed to promoting positive behaviour, wellbeing and achievement for all children.

The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting pupils during the lunchtime period, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and positive engagement in a structured and nurturing environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive school team.

• Supervising pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall and designated outdoor areas
• Supporting children during meals and encouraging good table manners
• Promoting positive behaviour, interaction and inclusive play
• Providing reassurance and guidance to pupils who may require additional support
• Managing low-level behaviour and resolving minor conflicts calmly and fairly
• Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety procedures are followed at all times
• Reporting concerns, incidents or achievements to teaching and senior staff

• Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or childcare setting
• Be patient, caring and able to build positive relationships with primary-aged children
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Be confident supervising children across the primary age range

Applicants should have previous experience working with children or young people. Experience with in a primary school setting is desirable, though training and guidance will be provided. A strong awareness of health and safety and safeguarding is essential.

Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists with a proven track record of supporting school staff at every stage of their career. We offer ongoing support, training and CPD opportunities and work closely with schools across Birmingham and the surrounding areas to find the right role for you.

Safeguarding:
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be required to complete compliance checks including DBS, Barred List and reference checks.