Lunchtime Controller

Churchend Primary Academy, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4HP

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  25 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £24,404.00 Annually (FTE) Term Time Only

Lunchtime Controller job summary

We are looking for a lively and energetic team player to help enthuse children in our friendly Academy. You will have excellent communication skills with young children and the ability to work under your own initiative as well as part of an established team. An EY qualification at level 2 or 3 would be an advantage.

Appropriate training will be available.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will have to undergo an enhanced DBS check and an Online and Social Media check.

General Duties

Assist with putting out tables and chairs for lunch when needed. Clear away spillages during lunchtime, empty the food waste bin, take plates and cutlery to the kitchen to be cleaned.

• To supervise and ensure the welfare of the children during the lunchtime break both inside and outside the building. In case of wet weather, supervise the children inside the school as directed.
• Assist with clearing away the area, inside and out, in time for the afternoon school session.
• To monitor the behaviour of the children at all times in conjunction with the school’s policy on discipline and behaviour.
• Assist children with the times and locations of any lunchtime activities and ensure that they have returned on time to their classroom for the afternoon session.
• Administer appropriate First Aid as required and ensure that all accidents are recorded in the accident book, in order that any appropriate action can be taken.
• Ensure all children are engaged in suitable activities. Lead play activities. Be pro-active and vigilant regarding any situations that may be a cause for concern e.g. bullying or children isolated from mainstream activities. Take appropriate action to resolve these issues and report them to the midday supervisor/School Leadership Team.
• Observe Health and Safety regulations relating to the school at all times.
• Undertake safeguarding training and uphold the school’s policy and procedures in order to ensure a strong culture of safeguarding.
• Retain the confidentiality on all aspects of school life.
• Any other duties that reasonably fall within the scope of the post.

Supporting the Academy

• Contribute to the ethos, value and aims of the school.
• Comply with all relevant legislation and Academy policies, including those relating to safeguarding, health and safety and data protection.
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• Assist with the supervision of pupils

Communication and Coordination

• Work closely with teaching staff, other TAs, groups of pupils, and their peers.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Churchend Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 401 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Churchend Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/churchend-primary-academy

Churchend Primary Academy provides an outstanding education for children. Channelling individual capabilities into academic success is the goal, as part of a holistic and uniquely attentive educational strategy. Our children enjoy an enriching, engaging and enjoyable education

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