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School lunchtime supervisor
Alternative titles for this job include Lunchtime assistant
Lunchtime supervisors work in primary, secondary and special schools, looking after children during the lunch break.
Average salary (a year)
Variable
Typical hours (a week)
16 to 18 term time
You could work
between 8am and 6pm
How to become a school lunchtime supervisor
You can get into this job through:
- applying directly
Direct application
More information
Career tips
Experience of working with children and a first aid qualification could give you an advantage when applying for jobs.
Further information
You can find details of schools in your area from your local council.
What it takes
Skills and knowledge
You'll need:
- sensitivity and understanding
- patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- the ability to work well with others
- to be flexible and open to change
- the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
- excellent verbal communication skills
- customer service skills
- thinking and reasoning skills
- being able to use a computer terminal or hand-held device may be beneficial for this job.
Restrictions and requirements
You'll need to:
- be at least 18 to become a school lunchtime supervisor
- pass enhanced background checks
What you'll do
Day-to-day tasks
Your day-to-day duties could include:
- helping children cut up their food, if needed
- encouraging good behaviour and table manners
- supervising children in the playground (or indoors if wet weather)
- comforting children who are upset
- dealing with minor injuries like cuts, grazes and bruises
- organising games
Working environment
You could work at a school.
Your working environment may be outdoors some of the time.
You may need to wear a uniform.
Career path and progression
With experience, you could become a senior supervisor.You could also become a teaching assistant.
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