Lunchtime Controller
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 02 January 2026 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4HH |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 251264b3-3cc8-40df-9445-0dbe34705304 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
• You will be trustworthy, enthusiastic, full of energy, well-organized, and self-motivated.
• You will have excellent communication skills and be able to build a solid and appropriate rapport with children.
Key Duties:
• Monitor the children’s activities prior to, during and after the lunch time meal as required
• Assist in the preparation for, and tidying up after, the lunch time meal
• Assist in the conveyance of children between school buildings
• Report accidents to the duty member of staff and where necessary seek the advice and support of a first aider
• Alert headteacher to any health and safety concerns relating to lunchtime activities
• Undertake other related duties as directed by the Head teacher, Class Teacher or the duty member of staff
• Interact and support the children during playtime, promoting our excellent ethos
• Promote the welfare of children and support the school in safeguarding children though relevant policies and procedures
• Promote equality as an integral part of the role, treating everyone with fairness and dignity
• Comply with school health and safety policies, procedures and rules
What the school offers its staff
Located at the heart of two villages in beautiful West Berkshire countryside, our school uses its rural setting as a rich resource for learning. The grounds include a spacious field, adventure playground and a garden space for quiet reflection.
We value investment in our staff, so additional hours may be required for staff training opportunities throughout the year.
Commitment to safeguarding
This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
• You will be trustworthy, enthusiastic, full of energy, well-organized, and self-motivated.
• You will have excellent communication skills and be able to build a solid and appropriate rapport with children.
Key Duties:
• Monitor the children’s activities prior to, during and after the lunch time meal as required
• Assist in the preparation for, and tidying up after, the lunch time meal
• Assist in the conveyance of children between school buildings
• Report accidents to the duty member of staff and where necessary seek the advice and support of a first aider
• Alert headteacher to any health and safety concerns relating to lunchtime activities
• Undertake other related duties as directed by the Head teacher, Class Teacher or the duty member of staff
• Interact and support the children during playtime, promoting our excellent ethos
• Promote the welfare of children and support the school in safeguarding children though relevant policies and procedures
• Promote equality as an integral part of the role, treating everyone with fairness and dignity
• Comply with school health and safety policies, procedures and rules
What the school offers its staff
Located at the heart of two villages in beautiful West Berkshire countryside, our school uses its rural setting as a rich resource for learning. The grounds include a spacious field, adventure playground and a garden space for quiet reflection.
We value investment in our staff, so additional hours may be required for staff training opportunities throughout the year.
Commitment to safeguarding
This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.