Lunchtime Supervisor

Lunchtime Supervisor Grade 2 Salary £25,583 to £25,989 (FTE) Actual Salary £8,721.48 - £8,859.89 Thank you for your interest in our Lunchtime Supervisor position at West Gate School. West Gate School is a popular and over-subscribed special school for pupils aged 4 to 19 with a wide range of learning difficulties, complex needs and disabilities. Our dedicated staff team is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential. Further information about our school can be found on our website. We are seeking a caring, reliable and motivated Lunchtime Supervisor to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a rewarding role supporting pupils throughout the lunchtime period, helping to ensure they are safe, comfortable, engaged and able to enjoy a positive lunchtime experience. The role includes supporting pupils with eating and drinking, mobility, personal care and social interaction, whilst promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing. It also involves supervising pupils during play and transition times, supporting positive behaviour, maintaining high standards of hygiene and safeguarding, and working closely with teaching and support staff to provide a consistent and structured environment. Experience of working with children or young people with special educational needs would be an advantage, although not essential. We offer a comprehensive induction programme together with ongoing training in areas such as safeguarding, manual handling, feeding support and health and safety. We are committed to supporting staff development and providing opportunities to gain valuable skills and experience within a specialist educational setting. If you would like to contribute to our vibrant school community and make a genuine difference to the lives of our amazing pupils, we look forward to receiving your application. Hours: 15 hours per week (11:15am to 2:15pm), 38 weeks per year Closing Date: 11 September 2026 Interviews: Week commencing 21 September 2026 Start Date : Monday 26 October 2026 How to Apply Please complete the online application form and use the supporting statement section to explain how your skills, experience and personal qualities meet the requirements of the role. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit, please contact the school. West Gate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. Previous applicants need not apply. Rhian Richardson Head Teacher