Lunchtime Supervisor
John Watson School, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX33 1NN12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
TBC upon successful recruitment checks
Closing date
31 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
18 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Actual Salary £5694-£5784 (based on 10hrs per week)
Lunchtime Supervisor job summary
‘Safety, Learning, Independence, Communication, Engagement’
John Watson School is seeking to appoint a Lunchtime Supervisor to join our existing vibrant and friendly team of our all age special school.
This is a permanent post working from 11:30am until 1:30pm each day and is term time only. The duties include preparing the dinner hall for lunch, supervising and assisting pupils in the hall, and supervising pupils throughout the lunch break. All training will be provided by existing school staff.
There are often opportunities for supply work in the classroom either before or after the lunch should this be of interest.
John Watson School is a Special School in Wheatley. We cater for children with Special Educational Needs from the ages of 2 - 19 years. We aim to create a happy, healthy and secure learning environment in which the needs of all pupils are met, enabling each child to reach his or her individual potential. We offer pupils opportunities for integrated educational experiences with their peer groups in the nursery, primary and secondary schools whose sites we share. We support pupils in developing practical and social skills that can be used at school, at home and in the community.
What we Offer
- Competitive salary
- A trust-wide commitment to wellbeing, including paid wellbeing days, (1 each long term!), generous PPA time and free on-site parking.
- Flexible working options
- Access to an employee assistance programme
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee referral scheme (earn up to £500 for successful referrals)
- A caring supportive staff team
- A strong safeguarding and therapeutic culture
About the Role
- Provide lunchtime support for designated pupils
- Work with other lunchtime supervisors to set up the lunch hall using the pupil seating plan
- Assist in transferring pupils between the classroom, lunch hall and outside play area
- Help with feeding of individual pupils
- Support pupils to maintain good eating habits and good behaviour
- Supervise designated pupils on the playground
- Support pupils with personal care needs
- Support pupils to meet their targets in both the lunch hall and outside break duty
- Assist the teacher and teaching assistants to manage behaviour as required
- Participate in some training events, such as Safeguarding
- Be aware of and comply with Health and Safety legislation and policies of the school
Who We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children, particularly those with learning difficulties
- A strong team player with the confidence to use initiative when needed
- Able to follow direction and adapt to changing situations
- Committed to equality, diversity and inclusive practice
- Physically fit to meet the demands of the role, including manual handling and being active throughout the day
- Flexible and adaptable, with willingness to work across teams or school sites
- Happy to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
- Positive, proactive and resilient attitude
- First Aid qualification (desirable)
How to Apply
To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please apply online via the link provided. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact the School Business Manager, Amy Wilkinson on 01865 452 725 or email SBM@johnwatsonschool.org- we would love to show you what makes John Watson School such a special place.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About John Watson School
- School type
- Academies, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- Up to 110 pupils
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- John Watson School website
John Watson School is committed to providing high quality learning experiences to all our children and young people. We offer a relevant and balanced education that recognises individual achievement and prepares each individual well for their future lives. Please take a look at our website to find out more about our school. If you would like further information or wish to visit the school, please contact the school office. Staff in the school are committed to the development and maintenance of policies which promote and safeguard the welfare of all children, undertaking this with particular sensitivity to needs arising from pupils’ gender, race, culture, religion, language and disability.
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