Play a key role in creating a safe, friendly and nurturing environment for children to relax, unwind and enjoy their lunchtimes.
What do midday supervisors do?
Midday supervisors are responsible for ensuring the safety of schoolchildren during lunchtime breaks. Their duties include supervising pupils in the dining hall, playground and other school premises, and making sure they do not leave the school or go into areas that are out of bounds.
Although specific responsibilities vary between schools, tasks are likely to include:
Supervising pupils at mealtimes
Encouraging children to eat healthily
Helping infants to open packaging or cut up food
Provide some social and educational learning, such as good table manners
Cleaning up spillages and help catering staff clean tables and clear the dining area
Overseeing children in the playground and monitoring the safety and suitability of activities
Supervising children using toilet facilities
Caring for the personal cleanliness of children
Maintaining order, cautioning children who misbehave
Reporting unresolved problems to the duty teacher or head teacher
Making sure children who are ill or injured receive appropriate first aid or medical attention
Reporting any serious accidents
Play a key role in creating a safe, friendly and nurturing environment for children to relax, unwind and enjoy their lunchtimes.
Midday supervisors need…
A passion for helping children
Patience and enthusiasm
A caring and kind nature
Willingness to be part of a team
Good interpersonal, communication and people management skills
Patience and a sense of humour
Flexibility
