Job Introduction
Are you warm, calm and reliable with a real love for children? Church Lane Primary is seeking a friendly Midday Supervisor to join our caring team and help make lunchtimes safe, active and enjoyable for our children.
About us
Church Lane Primary is a vibrant primary school with the motto: “Be kind, work hard, achieve greatness.” We serve a diverse community (38% disadvantaged; 20% EAL) and expect high standards of behaviour and learning from every child. Our curriculum and life-skills programme aim to prepare children to be resilient, respectful and ready for secondary school.
The role
You will supervise children across the lunchtime period, ensuring their safety, supporting positive play and encouraging healthy habits.
Key responsibilities include:
Supervise children in the lunch hall, playground and classrooms during wet play.
Encourage children to eat lunch and monitor those who do not; report concerns to class teachers.
Organise and set out/clear away dining furniture and equipment.
Promote and support safe, purposeful play; organise simple play activities and help children share resources.
We are looking for a calm, positive presence who builds respectful relationships with children and staff.
Good communication skills; able to work well within a team.
Confident supervising energetic groups of primary-age children and managing behaviour consistently and fairly.
We offer
Supportive, values-driven staff team and clear induction.
Regular training opportunities and supervision.
A chance to make a real difference to children’s school experience.
If you would like an application form, please email: enquiries@sleafordchurchlane.lincs.sch.uk
Closing Date: Friday 18th September 2026
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Our school 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 is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
