Steel River Academy Trust
Bankfields Primary School
Lunchtime Supervisor
Working Pattern: 1 hour each day, Monday to Friday.
Contract Type: Temporary until 31st August 2026 in the first instance.
Starting Date: from Monday, 20th April 2026 (or sooner if possible)
Salary: Grade A, Point 2 – Actual Salary £2801 per annum
Working Pattern:
1 hour per day Monday to Friday, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (term time only – 38 weeks)
The Head Teacher and Governors of Bankfields Primary School are seeking to appoint for the role of Lunchtime Supervisor. The position of lunchtime supervisor is to support the children over the one-hour lunch period.
We are looking for a candidate who:
• Has experience working with and safeguarding children within the primary age phase, including pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Can work collaboratively with other lunchtime supervisors and teachers to provide consistent supervision and management of pupils at lunchtime, to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Can work alongside other lunchtime supervisors to positively engage with and support pupils to ensure lunchtimes are a safe and enjoyable time in the school day.
• Has the skills and confidence to work independently and as part of our supportive team.
• Is creative and innovative in his/her approach to supporting children.
• Is kind, understanding and caring towards our pupils.
• Has highly effective behaviour management skills and can support our children in their social, moral and emotional development and overall wellbeing.
We can offer:
• A friendly, caring and supportive ethos and a dedicated staff team.
• Polite and well-motivated pupils.
• A well-resourced quality learning environment.
• On-going professional development.
If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to the school, please contact the school office to speak to the Head Teacher, Mrs Emma Gatenby, on 01642 453157
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to the interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.
Steel River Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy, and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment with the Trust. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.
Closing date:
All applications to be returned to the school for the attention of the Headteacher by 10.00 am on Monday, 2nd March 2026
Interviews to take place: Monday, 9th March 2026