Lunchtime Supervisor Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs?

A warm, inclusive specialist setting in the Poole area is seeking a dedicated Lunchtime Supervisor Assistant to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity to support students aged 2 to 19 within both primary and secondary environments.

This wonderful specialist provision supports pupils with a wide range of needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

The Role

As a Lunchtime Supervisor Assistant, you will play a key part in ensuring students have a safe, enjoyable and structured lunchtime experience.

• Supervising students aged 2 to 19 during lunch and recreation times

• Supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD, communication and sensory needs

• Encouraging positive interactions and emotional regulation

• Ensuring safety, structure and inclusion for all pupils

• Working alongside other staff to maintain a calm, supportive environment

What We’re Looking For

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• At least 6 months of childcare experience, ideally supporting children or young people with SEN

• A patient, resilient and caring approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

When you join Teaching Personnel, you gain access to ongoing support, training and professional opportunities.

• Competitive weekly pay

• Access to CPD courses such as behaviour support, safeguarding and autism awareness

• A dedicated consultant offering personalised guidance

• Opportunities for long-term roles and career development

• Pension enrolment and additional wellbeing support

• Being part of a friendly, supportive education community

We are committed to helping you grow as an educator while ensuring you feel valued and supported throughout your placement.

Apply Today

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to support children and young people with SEN in a caring, specialist environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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