Lunchtime Supervisor

Summary:

Lunchtime Supervisor – Playground & Sports Field – Term Time – Quidenham, Norwich

About the School:

A school in Quidenham, Norfolk, offers a supportive and inclusive environment for students aged 11 to 18 with communication and interaction difficulties, specific learning difficulties, or autism spectrum conditions. The school is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and academically enriching experience for all students.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to ensure the safety, well-being and positive behaviour of students during break times. This role is essential in maintaining a structured, inclusive and enjoyable environment on the playground and sports field, supporting students in a school that prioritises personal growth and academic development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor school boundaries and ensure pupils remain within safe areas.
• Observe and manage student behaviour, applying the school’s behaviour policy and escalating serious incidents.
• Promote inclusive play and support structured activities to encourage positive social interaction.
• Use radios and communication devices to request support when needed.
• Identify and report health, safety and safeguarding risks promptly.
• Provide basic first aid and refer serious injuries immediately to appropriate staff.
• Assist in tidying the playground and ensuring equipment and belongings are collected.
• Collaborate effectively with other school staff to maintain a consistent and supportive environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Caring, approachable and able to work with children of all ages.
• Ability to maintain clear boundaries and appropriate behaviour with students.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to manage groups of children calmly and fairly.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible, with the ability to adapt to changing conditions.
• Calm, professional and able to manage challenging behaviour or conflict effectively.
• Basic first aid qualification or willingness to obtain one.

Preferred

• Experience working with children with communication or learning difficulties.
• Understanding of health and safety principles and safeguarding procedures.
• Experience in a school or educational setting.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.87 - £13.22 per hour.
• Flexible term-time working hours (7.5 hours per week).
• Fixed-term contract until July 2026.
• Access to a range of training and development opportunities.
• Enhanced annual leave and company sick pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package including life assurance and a UK health cash plan.