Lunchtime Supervisor

Smile Education are currently recruiting for a Lunchtime Supervisor to start immediately at a welcoming mainstream primary school in Worcester. 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.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
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 staffThe successful candidate will:
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 rangeWhat to expect from applicants? Applicants should have previous experience working with children or young people. Experience within a primary school setting is desirable, though training and guidance will be provided. A strong awareness of health and safety and safeguarding is essential.

Why work with Smile Education?
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.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications