Lunchtime Supervisor

Mendip Green Primary School, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS22 6EX

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  21 October 2026

• Closing date

  6 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  21 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £3027.01 based on 5 hours per week (actual salary)

Lunchtime Supervisor job summary

We are looking for a dedicated and friendly lunchtime supervisor to support children during the busy lunchtime period. A lunchtime supervisor is responsible for supporting children in the dining areas and playground during school lunchtimes. You’ll support the school with the safety, welfare and behaviour of children and help the children with dining and social skills and a positive play experience. 

You will supervise children in the dining hall and playground, assist them with their meals, organise games if needed, and address any minor conflicts that arise

This role is ideal for anyone looking to gain school employment experience or just a few hours work per week in term-time. No formal qualifications are required to become a lunchtime supervisor. 

Closing date: 6 November 2026

Interview date: 19 November 2026

Start date: To be confirmed

Contract: Permanent 

Hours: Monday - Friday, we have various hours available over lunchtime with options from 5 hours to 6 hours 25 minutes per week, term-time only.

Why Join Mendip Green Primary School?

At Mendip Green Primary School, we are committed to providing outstanding educational experiences that inspire children to become confident, successful and responsible members of their community.

As an inclusive and forward-thinking primary school, we celebrate diversity, nurture talent and believe that every child can succeed. You will join a dedicated team of professionals who work collaboratively to ensure pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to further develop your career in education, we can offer a rewarding role where your contribution truly makes a difference.

What We Offer

• Working at Mendip Green Primary School comes with a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development and future.
• Excellent Pension Contributions - We invest in your future with a pension contribution significantly above the national average.
• Family Friendly Support - We offer five paid carer’s days per year (pro rata) to help you balance work and family responsibilities.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion - We are proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. Our school community thrives on diversity and we aim to create a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.
• Training & Development Opportunities - You’ll have access to ongoing professional development, networking opportunities and clear pathways for career progression. We support you in learning new skills and growing within the education sector.

This post is exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Mendip Green Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 617 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Mendip Green Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mendip-green-primary-school

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