Lunchtime Controller

1 week ago

Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Reading Borough Council Full time £6,000 - £24,796 per year

Job description

Location: Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School, RG2 7RB

Hours: Permanent, term time only, 2.5 hours per day (12.5 per week)

Salary: RG2 SCP3 (£24,796 FTE £12.85 per hour)

Actual salary will be pro rata and equivalent to £6, including holiday pay)

Join Our Dedicated Team

Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is a vibrant, inclusive community where children are placed at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Lunchtime Controller to join our dedicated team. You will help to supervise and support our pupils during the lunch break, ensuring they are safe, happy and engaged.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervising children in the dining hall, playground and around the school.

  • Supporting children ages 2-11 years.

  • Encouraging good manners and positive behaviour.

  • Supporting play activities and helping to organise safe and enjoyable lunchtime experiences.

  • Assisting younger pupils as needed, such as with opening lunch items.

  • Promoting our school's values and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.

What We're Looking For:

  • Enjoys working with children and is committed to their wellbeing.

  • Is approachable, patient and has a positive attitude.

  • Works well as part of a team and uses initiative.

  • Is reliable and punctual.

  • Experience working with children is desirable but not essential — full training will be provided

  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Join Us?

  • Set hours during term time only.

  • A friendly, inclusive, and supportive school environment.

  • Opportunities to gain valuable school-based experience.

  • Opportunities for professional development.

  • A role that makes a real difference in children's school experience.

  • Term-time working pattern to support a healthy work–life balance.

Should you wish to arrange a visit to our school or to request an application pack or for further information, please contact:

Wendy Owen Admin Assistant–

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews scheduled. Early applications are encouraged, as the school reserves the right to close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is appointed.

Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and satisfactory references.

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