Lunchtime Supervisor

Westwood Farm Infant School · Reading, South East

Lunchtime Supervisor at Westwood Farm Infant School, based in Reading, South East, paying £24,796 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£24,796 per annum
Location
Reading, South East
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
1 Sep 2026

Reference 401667a2d2813a70bc546d58c4193aa74f4cc66a

About the role

  • To devise rotas for the effective use of all Lunchtime staff.
  • Re-organise during staff absences, in order to maintain appropriate supervision ratios.
  • Supervise Lunchtime staff in their duties.
  • Support the induction process for new members of the lunchtime team.
  • To supervise and ensure the welfare of the children during the lunchtime break both inside and outside the school buiding. In case of wet weather, supervise the children inside the school as directed.
  • To recognise health and safety is a responsibility of every employee, to take reasonable care of self and

others and to comply with the Schools Health and Safety policy and any school-specific procedures / rulesthat apply to this role.

  • Assist with preparing the hall ready for lunch service.
  • Ensure that the tables and the area are clean and clear of rubbish for the children to begin lunch and that they are clean and tidy for the afternoon school session.
  • To monitor the behaviour of the children at all times, in conjunction with the school’s Behaviour Policy.
  • 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 First Aid as required.
  • Ensure that all accidents are recorded in the Accident Book and reported in order that any appropriate action may be taken. Report head injuries to the office staff if treatment given.
  • Ensure all safeguarding concerns are recorded on CPOMs.
  • Ensure that all children are engaged in suitable 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 relevant class teacher.

  • Engage with the children in play activities where an adult role model is required and to encourage children to play co-operatively together.
  • Encourage the children to treat each other and equipment with respect e.g. putting play equipment away at

the end of lunchtime.

  • Retain the confidentiality on all aspects of school life.
  • To promote the welfare of children and to support the school in safeguarding children through relevant policies and procedures.
  • To promote equality as an integral part of the role and to treat everyone with fairness and dignity.

Any other duties that reasonably fall within the limits of the post which may be allocated after consultation with postholder.

Reference: 401667a2d2813a70bc546d58c4193aa74f4cc66a · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 1 Sep 2026 · Listed via Westwood Farm Infant School

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