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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)

10 to 18 term time

You could work

between 10am and 2pm Mon to Fri

How to become

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How to become

You can get into this job by applying directly.

Direct Application

You can apply directly to vacancies advertised by schools in your local area.

It could give you an advantage if you have experience working with children. A positive and caring approach is also important.

More Information

Career tips

A food hygiene certificate or first aid qualification may be helpful, though not essential.

Further information

You can get information about schools in your local area and find contact details.

What it takes

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What it takes

Skills and knowledge

You'll need:

  • sensitivity and understanding
  • the ability to work well with others
  • to be flexible and open to change
  • excellent verbal communication skills
  • active listening skills
  • customer service skills
  • a desire to help people
  • patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
  • to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Restrictions and Requirements

You'll need to:

What you’ll do

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What you'll do

Day-to-day tasks

As a school lunchtime supervisor, you would:

  • set out tables and chairs in the dining hall
  • help children with their food, if needed
  • encourage good behaviour and table manners
  • supervise children in the playground, or indoors if the weather is bad
  • make sure children are safe at all times
  • deal with minor injuries like bumps, cuts and grazes
  • organise games and activities during breaks

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

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Career path and progression

With experience, you could become a senior lunchtime supervisor or apply to work in the school kitchen.

You could also train to become a teaching assistant within the school.

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Current opportunities

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