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Lunchtime Supervisor
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Lunchtime Supervisor – Primary School
Location: Lambeth, South London
Salary: £14.24–£15.00 per hour
Contract: Part-time, long-term temporary
Start date: 21 September 2026
A welcoming primary school in Lambeth is seeking a calm and reliable Lunchtime Supervisor to help make lunchtimes safe, positive, and enjoyable for every pupil. This is a rewarding part-time opportunity for someone who works well with children and can respond confidently to a busy school environment.
The school has a strong community feel and values staff who are visible, approachable, and consistent. You will work as part of an established midday team, supervising pupils in the dining hall and playground.
The Lunchtime Supervisor will:
- Supervise children while they eat, play, and move around the school
- Encourage good manners, positive friendships, and inclusive play
- Organise simple playground games and help pupils join in
- Manage minor incidents calmly and report concerns appropriately
- Follow safeguarding, first-aid, and health-and-safety procedures
- Support younger pupils with meals where needed
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You will need:
- Experience working with children, ideally in a primary school
- A patient, alert, and approachable manner
- Confidence managing behavior fairly and consistently
- Excellent punctuality and reliability
- The right to work in the UK
What this role offers:
- Convenient part-time hours during the school day
- A friendly, established midday team and clear school routines
- The opportunity to play an important role in pupils’ wellbeing and enjoyment of school
Why work via Transparency Education?
Transparency Education is a widely recognized, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
- Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
- Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
- Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
- Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
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Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact us directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognized teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Transparency Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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