Assistant Lunchtime Supervisor

Contract Type:
One permanent and one fixed term until 2028

Salary: £25,614 pro rata (FTE)

Working Pattern:
Monday – Friday Term Time Only

Closing Date: 12pm, 20th November 2026

Interview Date: 25th November 2026

All appointments, whether temporary or permanent, are subject to a probationary period, a satisfactory medical report, an enhanced DBS check, proof of eligibility to reside and work in the United Kingdom, and two satisfactory references, one of which must be from the candidate's current or most recent employer.

Assistant Lunchtime Supervisors work under the direction of the Executive Headteacher and wider School Leadership Team.

This role will be based primarily at the Junior School in the first instance. At Christ Church Schools, we see lunchtime as far more than a break in the school day. It is a time for play, friendship, social development, independence and growth. Through positive experiences and caring relationships, our lunchtime provision supports children to flourish socially, emotionally and spiritually in line with our Christian vision and values.

The Assistant Lunchtime Supervisor plays a key role in creating a safe, happy and purposeful environment where every child feels valued, included and encouraged to thrive. As part of a dedicated lunchtime team, the post holder will actively engage with children, promote positive play, model excellent behaviour and support pupils to build healthy relationships with one another.

Through restorative approaches, positive role modelling and high-quality supervision, the successful candidate will help children make good choices, resolve conflict respectfully and develop the confidence, resilience and personal responsibility needed to succeed both in school and beyond. They will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, ensuring that every pupil can enjoy a positive lunchtime experience in which they feel safe, supported and able to flourish.

• Collect pupils from classrooms and supervise the safe movement of children to and from the dining area and playground.
• Supervise pupils while washing their hands and encourage good hygiene practices at all times.

• Promote and uphold the school's Behaviour Policy and values, encouraging children to make positive choices and take responsibility for their actions.
• Use restorative approaches to support pupils in resolving disagreements, repairing relationships and learning from incidents of conflict.
• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating respectful, kind and professional behaviour at all times.
• Ensure the smooth running of the lunchtime session by encouraging good manners, positive social interaction and appropriate behaviour in the dining hall and playground.
• Support children in developing independence and age-appropriate social skills, including the correct use of cutlery and acceptable table manners.
• Provide proactive supervision throughout the lunchtime period, actively engaging with pupils and promoting positive play opportunities.
• Encourage participation in positive play and organise or facilitate games and activities that are suitable for the age and needs of the pupils.
• Support the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring children feel safe, valued and involved in lunchtime activities.
• Ensure the dining hall, playground and other lunchtime areas remain safe and tidy, taking appropriate action to address spillages, hazards or concerns.
• Supervise children in all areas of the school site, including corridors, toilets, classrooms, dining areas and playgrounds.
• Take appropriate action when behaviour falls below expectations and seek support from…