Lunchtime Supervisor - St Wystans

Package Description

Location:  St Wystan's School.

Responsible to:  Operations Manager

Hours of work:  Monday to Friday, 12pm to 1pm

Job Introduction

We are looking for an organised and enthusiastic lunchtime supervisor to support for 1 hour a day. The role is specific to supporting pupils who need a quiet space due to regulate or ‘cool off’ due to social and emotional needs.

The appointee will have sole responsible for supervising pupils during this time and maintaining the upkeep of the safe space used for this purpose. 

This role will suit a calm and compassionate person who has a genuine interest in making a difference and a desire to engage in the wider life of the school. We are a warm family-oriented community with a strong emphasis upon the holistic needs of our children. We pride ourselves on knowing our children well and creating a personalised learning journey for each and every one of them. 

This role is part-time, the hours are Monday-Friday 12-1pm, term time only (36 weeks a year).  Please note, this contract will end in July 2027. 

We reserve the right to interview and offer the post, to the right candidate, prior to the closing date.

We have commitment to safeguarding the pupils in our school. Safer recruitment checks will be conducted.This post will involve regulated activity with children. Please note this means being responsible on a regular basis for teaching, supervising, training, instructing, and/or caring for children without supervision. Staff are expected to take responsibility for their own continuous professional development, including attending relevant training and CPD.

Please submit your applications by 6th February 2026

Main Responsibilities

• To be responsible for the upkeep of the ‘nurture nook’;
• To supervise pupils, ensuring they are safe;
• To create and manage a caring, supportive and purposeful environment;
• To promote high standards of behaviour;
• To promote actively strong and positive relationships;
• To communicate clearly with relevant staff at the end of lunchtime.

The Ideal Candidate

Enthusiastic individual possessing drive, energy and commitment, have a presence which engenders confidence and respect from pupils, colleagues and parents.

• Proven ability to inspire pupils. • Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload.

• Team focused: shares knowledge and information with other members of staff to promote good practice.

• Focuses on what needs to be delivered: understands what is needed and responds promptly.

• Commitment to the highest standards of educational and pastoral care for all pupils.

About Repton School

St Wystan’s is committed to providing an outstanding holistic education in a supportive and stimulating environment where our creative curriculum is brought to life. Each individual is respected and allowed to celebrate their unique character and capabilities, enabling them to achieve to the best of their ability. St Wystan’s is not affiliated to any one senior school and a large part of our success is down to our relationship with a wide choice of destination schools and the understanding of the children’s requirements. We are proud of the diverse destinations to which our pupils secure offers and scholarships. Children are unique and should go to the school where they will feel valued and appreciated for who they are at that stage of their educational journey.