We are looking to appoint one person to join our team of lunchtime supervision staff. Monday to Friday 12:15 -14:15, term time only, on a temporary basis.

The postholder will be part of a team that is responsible for supervising pupils and the school premises during the lunchtime break to ensure that the break runs effectively and that the safety and welfare of pupils is maintained.

This role is a temporary position until Friday 24th July 2026. The successful candidate will be working 12:15 - 14:15 Monday to Friday, term time only.

Fernwood is an 11-16 School enjoying an excellent reputation for high standards of achievement and behaviour.  

We offer a school with:

• An ethos of ‘High Achievement with Care and Discipline for All’
• A wonderful group of students who behave well and have high aspirations
• Staff and Governors that are professional and enjoy working together for the benefit of the young people we serve
• An Ofsted outstanding judgement
• A strong Progress 8 score
• Access to 24 hours a day confidential employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Leading Edge Status

Our team plays a vital role in providing a safe and hygienic environment for pupils over the lunchtime period. The main responsibilities of the role include:

1. Supervise pupils’ behaviour, which may be in the dining halls, school corridors, playgrounds or other school areas as directed
2. Manage the lunchtime queues and pupils’ entrance and exit from the lunch area in an orderly manner
3.  Clean up any food and water spillages and undertake cleaning of dining areas when pupils lunch period has finished
4. To set up and put away the tables, chairs and other equipment needed for eating in the lunch areas

Previous experience of working in schools in a similar position or having worked with children and young people is advantageous but is not essential as full training will be given. A basic understanding of cleaning processes and safe working practices and the ability to work as part of a team is required.

The Governors and staff and committed to continuous improvement and welcome applications from candidates with drive and determination who are able to challenge and inspire students of all abilities and from all backgrounds.

The Fernwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services check along with other relevant employment checks.  In addition, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a Self-Disclosure is required for all applicants shortlisted for interview.  Online searches will be carried out on all shortlisted applicants as part of due diligence checks.