Lunchtime Supervisor

Job Title: Lunchtime Supervisor
Location: Whickham
Hours: 11:30-14:30, Monday - Friday
Start: September
Pay: £16.50-£17.00 per hour

Are you a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role within a primary school? Milk Education is working with a welcoming primary school in Whickham, seeking a dedicated Lunchtime Supervisor to join their team from September.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play an important role in supporting pupils during the lunchtime period, ensuring they are safe, happy, and engaged in a positive environment. If you enjoy working with children and are passionate about promoting their wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Lunchtime Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising pupils during lunch, both in the dining hall and on the playground. You will help create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment while encouraging positive behaviour and supporting children's social development.

You will work closely with school staff to ensure pupils have a positive lunchtime experience and that school policies are followed at all times.

• Supervise pupils during lunch in the dining hall, playground, and other designated areas
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils throughout the lunchtime period
• Encourage positive behaviour and respectful interactions between children
• Promote inclusive play and support pupils in developing positive friendships
• Respond appropriately to minor incidents and report any concerns to senior staff

• Monitor pupils to ensure they follow school rules and expectations
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organised dining environment
• Administer basic first aid where appropriate or report injuries in line with school procedures
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other lunchtime supervisors
• Promote the welfare and wellbeing of all pupils
• Support the school's positive behaviour policy
• Contribute positively to the wider school community

• Previous experience working with children professionally
• A caring, patient, and approachable manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A proactive and reliable approach to supporting children's wellbeing
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Must live locally to Whickham—no relocation

Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change, with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for.

• Excellent rates of pay
• Flexible and long-term opportunities available
• Health and wellbeing support
• 24/7 access to your dedicated consultant
• CPD and training support sessions
• Referral programme
• Ongoing support throughout your placement