Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Wickersley Partnership Trust; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 7,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in South Yorkshire seeks a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for students during their break. Responsibilities include supervising dining and playground areas, assisting with meals, and encouraging positive behavior. An ideal candidate is friendly, reliable, and enjoys working with children. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension schemes

Health and Wellbeing support

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in working with children is preferred.
• Ability to manage and supervise pupils during lunchtime activities.
• Understanding of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise designated areas during lunch break.
• Assist pupils with their meals and ensure cleanliness.
• Encourage good behavior and social skills.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Reliability

Ability to work with children

Good communication skills

Job description

Overview

ROLE: Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

SCHOOL: The Gainsborough Academy

SALARY: WPT Band 2 £24,796 (£7,378 pro-rata)

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: 12.5 term time only, plus all inset days

Are you a friendly and reliable individual who enjoys working with children? We are looking for enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisory Assistants to join our team, ensuring that our students have a safe, fun, and organised break in the middle of their school day.

About WPT

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

About the Role

Lunchtime is an important part of the school day, allowing students to recharge and socialise. As a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant, you will work under the direction of the Senior Midday Supervisor to oversee the dining hall and playground areas. You will be a friendly face for the students, helping them with their meals, encouraging good behaviour, and supervising activities. Whether it is keeping the dining area clean or organising games on a rainy day, your contribution will ensure the environment remains safe and welcoming for everyone.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the overall supervision of designated areas, assisting pupils at meal times and ensuring pupils take responsibility for clearing eating facilities by removing food and debris.
• Perform basic cleaning tasks to meet the academy's Health and Safety standards.
• Supervise organised activities, especially indoors during inclement weather, to encourage the development of social skills and self-discipline, ensuring equipment is utilised effectively and stored safely.
• Be aware of the academy’s behaviour guidelines and deal with the misbehaviour of any pupils, keeping the Senior Midday Supervisor informed.
• Monitor designated areas, ensuring that any incidents or security breaches are reported appropriately to ensure the safeguarding of pupils.
• Provide appropriate care and support to pupils, ensuring their welfare and hygiene needs are met.
• In the event of any injuries, deal immediately with the situation by referring to the Senior Midday Supervisor and following the academy’s policy and procedure.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes
• Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription
• Professional Growth and Development

Closing Date: Noon, Friday 27th February 2027

For further information and to apply, please visit our recruitment website: https://recruitment.wickersleypt.org

For more information about Wickersley Partnership Trust, including the benefits of working for us, please visit our main website: https://www.wickersleypt.org

We may conduct interviews as applications are received, and this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service

Please note that we operate a safer recruitment policy and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete an application form in full.

Please upload a supporting statement which should be no longer than two sides of A4 (this should not be a CV), clearly demonstrating:

• Why are you applying for this position
• How you meet the competencies of this role using examples from your current and previous experience (please refer to the documents attached to the advert)
• Any information which you consider relevant that you have not already mentioned