Midday supervisor in Silvertown
Posted by Operam Education
£14.25 – £16.64 an hour
Silvertown · Part Time
Location: Newham, East London
Type: Part-time, term-time (lunchtime only)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Ongoing / Term-time only
Are you a friendly and reliable person who enjoys working with children and wants to help create a safe, happy lunchtime environment?
We are working with a welcoming primary school in Newham that is looking for a Midday Supervisor to join its team. This is a great role for someone who is approachable, calm, and confident around children, and who wants to be part of a supportive school community.
As an agency, we know the right school makes all the difference. This school is looking for someone who is positive, responsible, and happy to step in and help wherever needed during the lunchtime period.
Why you’ll love this opportunity
- A friendly, inclusive, and supportive primary school
- Clear routines and strong support from the senior leadership team
- A rewarding role where you can see the impact of your work every day
- Term-time only hours with school holidays off
- A school that values its support staff and recognises the important role they play
- A welcoming environment where every child is encouraged to succeed
- Potential for additional hours or extended contracts for the right candidate
- Supervising pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall and playground
- Supporting children with positive behaviour and conflict resolution
- Encouraging good manners, hygiene, and healthy eating habits
- Helping pupils move safely between the hall, playground, and classrooms
- Building positive, trusting relationships with children
- Working collaboratively with teachers, TAs, and other lunchtime staff
- Helping create a calm, inclusive, and nurturing lunchtime environment
- Following school policies on safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour
- Previous experience working with children (school, club, childcare, or similar)
- A friendly, patient, and nurturing approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to build strong relationships with children
- A calm and consistent approach to behaviour
- The confidence to work as part of a team and follow clear routines
- A genuine interest in supporting children’s wellbeing
- One-to-one support from a dedicated and experienced education consultant
- Free accredited safeguarding training as part of your registration
- Referral bonuses available: £150 for referring a TA/support worker, £300 for referring a teacher (T&Cs apply)
- A highly trusted agency with an excellent 4.8* Google rating
- Operam Education Group includes: Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement.
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
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