Nursery Lunchtime Supervisor

Job Description

We are looking for a Nursery Lunchtime Supervisor to join our friendly team and help create a safe, happy, and nurturing environment during lunchtime.

We are looking for a caring and reliable individual who enjoys working with young children.

Hours: 11:30am - 12.45pm Monday-Friday, term time only

To supervise and support our youngest children during lunchtimes within Little Acorns Nursery at White Court School, ensuring a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. You will encourage good eating habits, promote social skills, and help maintain hygiene and wellbeing standards.

Job Role

· Supervise children in the dining area, playground, or nursery during lunchtimes

· Support children with eating, including encouraging independence and assisting where necessary

· Promote good table manners and positive social interaction

· Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times

· Clean and prepare eating areas before and after meals

· Manage minor first aid incidents and report any concerns to senior staff

· Help children with handwashing and toileting routines as needed

· Encourage inclusive play and positive behaviour

· Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and hygiene policies

To engage with children making lunchtime experience enjoyable

Essential:

Experience working with young children (nursery or early years setting preferred)
Caring, patient, and approachable manner
Good communication and teamwork skills
Basic understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Ability to manage children's behaviour calmly and effectively

Desirable:

First Aid qualification
Level 3 qualification
Food hygiene certificate
Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

White Court School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

Information about the School

White Court School is a large established primary school with three classes in each year group. The school attracts pupils from a wide area beyond its catchment, which reflects our popularity and the high regard the wider community has for the school. We are committed to achieving the very best for our pupils and expect all staff to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.