Lunchtime Supervisor

Post Title: Lunchtime Supervisor

Responsible to: Headteacher

Location: St. Cuthbert’s Roman Catholic High School

Salary: Grade 1 SCP 2 3 Actual Salary £2,789 - £2,833 (£24,413- £24,796 FTE)

Term of Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Term Time Only

Hours per week: Part Time, 5 hours per week

Start date: ASAP

Closing date: Thursday 12th March 2026

St. Cuthbert’s RC High School are currently seeking a Lunchtime Organiser. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

The Lunchtime Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring the safety, welfare and positive conduct of pupils during the midday break. Duties include supervising indoor and outdoor play, organising appropriate activities, overseeing dining arrangements and promoting good hygiene and table manners. The role involves supporting school behaviour expectations, being mindful of pupils’ individual and special educational needs, attending to minor first aid in line with school procedures, and working closely with teaching staff and the Senior Lunchtime Organiser. A commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and the Catholic ethos of the school is essential.

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values - One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

We are seeking an individual who has:

An understanding and ability to build positive working relationships with pupils and colleagues. The successful candidate will engage confidently with pupils in the playground and dining areas and will ideally have experience of working with or caring for children within a relevant age range.

The role requires the ability to make simple records of incidents and accidents, support the medical and hygiene care of pupils and carry out practical tasks such as lifting and carrying equipment. Candidates must be flexible and willing to work in any area of the school during their hours of duty.

We are looking for someone who can promote a positive ethos, act as a role model and demonstrate high expectations of all pupils, showing respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds. A commitment to supporting pupils’ development as learners, promoting positive behaviour and values, including working with dedication and flexibility which is essential in this role.

Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust’s safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.

Shortlisting date: TBC

Interview date: TBC

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