Job Title: Lunchtime Play Leader Location: Southampton, Hampshire Salary: £12.83 per hour Start date: Immediate/ Easter 2025 Contract type: Full-time/Permanent Do you have the energy, creativity and commitment to make lunchtimes a fun and safe experience for young learners? GSL Education are delighted to offer an opportunity for an enthusiastic Lunchtime Play Leader to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Southampton, Hampshire. This role is perfect for those who enjoy working with children and are committed to ensuring their well-being during the school day. Role Overview: As a Lunchtime Play Leader, you will play a vital role in supervising and engaging with pupils during their lunch break. Your duties will involve organising and overseeing play activities, ensuring the safety and happiness of all children and promoting positive social interactions in a friendly and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Supervise children in the dining hall, playground and other designated areas during lunchtime. Organise and facilitate engaging and inclusive play activities. Encourage positive behaviour and support children in developing social skills. Ensure the safety and well-being of all students by addressing minor first aid needs and reporting concerns as necessary. Help to maintain a clean and tidy environment during and after lunchtimes. Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to provide a seamless transition back to lessons. What We Are Looking For: We are seeking candidates who: A genuine passion for working with children and enhancing their school experience. Prior experience in a similar role or working with children is highly desirable. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. An ability to manage groups of children and foster a positive atmosphere. A caring, patient and proactive approach to supporting pupils’ needs. Have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one). What We Offer: Earn £12.83 per hour. Access to extensive professional development and training opportunities. Work within a network of education professionals dedicated to student success and well-being. Find roles that suit your preferences, schedule and career aspirations. Make a real difference in the lives of students by supporting their educational journey. If you have a love for working with children and the skills to create a safe, fun and engaging environment, we would be thrilled to hear from you. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Lunchtime Play Leader’ in a secondary school role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.