Job description
Gateway Central Services at Oakfield Academy
Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
Contracted hours: 5 hours per week
Working hours: Monday to Friday 12.00pm - 1.00pm
Weeks per year: Term Time only (39 working weeks, 44.6 paid weeks)
Salary: £13.31 per hour, £2,968.13 per annum (Actual)
We're looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisor to join our friendly team.
This is an important role within our school, helping to ensure that lunchtimes are safe, happy and enjoyable for all children. You'll supervise pupils in the dining hall, playground and around the school site, encouraging positive behaviour, supporting children's wellbeing and helping them develop positive friendships through play.
You'll also work closely with our kitchen team to ensure lunchtime runs smoothly, provide first-line care and reassurance to children who are upset or injured, and consistently uphold our behaviour expectations with kindness and respect.
We're looking for someone who:
- Enjoys working with children and building positive relationships.
- Is calm, patient and approachable.
- Can encourage good behaviour and positive play.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Understands the importance of safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
In return, you'll become part of a supportive school community where every member of staff plays a vital role in helping our children thrive.
We offer:
Nest pension scheme
Free Enhanced DBS
Staff benefits including Cycle to Work scheme, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and flu vaccinations
How do I apply?
To become our Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant with Gateway Central Services at Oakfield Academy, simply click 'Apply now' and complete your application. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact us at jobs@gatewaytrust.org.
The Gateway Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment.
We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close an advert early if we identify suitable candidates. To avoid disappointment, submit your application as soon as possible.
The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Oakfield Academy
Academy sponsor led · Primary · Ages 4–11
- Pupils
- 159
- Avg teacher salary
- £45,915
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.3:1
- Academy trust
- GATEWAY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 3LN
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- Salary
- £13.31 Hourly £2,968.13 per annum (Actual)
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 29 June 2026
- Closing date
- 28 July 2026
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