Governors at Stoneydelph Primary School are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Lunchtime Supervisor/OPAL play team member to join our friendly and talented team.

 Hours:  5 Hours per week, term time only, permanent contract – Monday – Friday 12pm – 1pm.

 Salary:  Grade 2 Point 2-3 (FTE £24,413 - £24,796 per annum) = (Pro Rata salary £2,863 to £2,908 per annum)

 We promote an inclusive atmosphere and are looking for a new team member who is kind, caring and nurturing to our pupils.

This role is primarily to ensure safe and happy lunchtimes with a focus on positive play opportunities for pupils.

The key responsibilities for this post are as follows (a comprehensive job description is available):

To supervise, care for, and play with the children both indoors and outdoors during lunchtimes.

Promote good behaviour and polite table manners in the dining hall and around school.

Assist children in the dining hall and tidy all areas during and following lunch.

Contribute to the planning and organisation of the Lunchtime activities

Work with children aged 4-11 playing fun activities and games and all organising necessary any equipment.

Assist school in establishing an exciting, purposeful and safe lunchtime environment, which enables children to feel secure and happy.

Build positive relationships with the pupils by being friendly and approachable, and prioritise their well-being and welfare during lunchtimes

Encourage excellent lunchtime behaviour and address any incidents by following the Behaviour and Relationships policy

Work co-operatively alongside other members of the lunchtime team and wider school staff.

Encourage and provide positive play opportunities for pupils (OPAL)

Qualities required:

Knowledge or experience of working with children

A friendly, caring and kind nature

Punctual and reliable

Uses initiative and communicate effectively

In return we can offer you:

A welcoming and supportive school environment with enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning and engage positively in all aspects of school life.

A commitment to training and staff development with a strong safeguarding culture.

  Stoneydelph Primary School is part of the Community Academies Trust, a multi-academy trust with the express purpose of transforming schools in community Hubs, through applying a holistic view of education.

 Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from Community Academies Trust vision and values.

 The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

 Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education 2022.  This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

 Community Academies Trust Company Registration No. 0747273-6

 Apply via My New Term using the following link:  https://mynewterm.com/jobs/145834/EDV-2026-SPS-93914

 Closing date for applications: 9.00 AM ON TUESDAY 3RD MARCH 2026.

 Interviews will take place on MONDAY 9TH MARCH 2026.

 Should you require further details please contact Mrs Dawn Dodd (School Bursar) 01827 896666 or by email office@stoneydelph.staffs.sch.uk.

 Stoneydelph Primary School

Crowden Road, Wilnecote, Tamworth, Staffordshire. B77 4LS.