Job Introduction
Application Closing Date: 21st January 2026
Interview Date(s): variable- we reserve the right to interview on receipt of applications
Job Start Date: February 2026 or ASAP thereafter
Contract/Hours: 10 hours per week, to include 11.45-13.00 Monday- Friday (jobs hares considered)
Salary: Band C. £13.05 per hour (FTE £25,186)
Location of Role: St Francis CE Primary School, Valley Park, Chandlers Ford
Contact e-mail address: adminoffice@st-francis-pri.hants.sch.uk
Job/Person Summary
We are looking for someone to lead our wonderful team of Lunchtime Supervisory Assistants. This is an enjoyable, varied job and is key to ensuring pupils have a happy lunchbreak.
You will need to be organised and punctual, able to communicate with children and adults well and be able to show understanding of the importance of safety and safeguarding. We are looking for somebody who understands that all children are individuals and who listens to what they need.
The role involves:
- Managing the lunchtime team (setting and communicating rotas, assisting with recruitment and interviewing)
- Day to day oversight of lunchtimes (including behaviour management, resource ordering)
- Helping to train and develop the lunch team
- Fulfilling the role of a lunchtime supervisor; including helping to organise pupils in the hall, classrooms and outside areas, encouraging positive behaviour and supporting healthy eating.
- Ensuring the safety and welfare of all our pupils.
- Dealing with minor first aid needs (training available)
If you are:
- Adaptable and a problem solver; someone who enjoys organising
- Friendly, flexible and eager to develop personally and professionally
- Dedicated, hardworking and enthusiastic, with a good understanding of your own work life balance
Then we can offer:
- Children who are motivated, keen to learn and proud of their school and achievements
- Supportive, friendly and committed colleagues who will welcome you to our team
- Commitment to your professional development and CPD opportunities within the school and local authority
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
