Lunchtime Controller - Park Lane Primary School


Company:	Reading Borough Council
Salary:	£3,657 to £3,666 a year
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Reading, RG31 5AS
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	15 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

6.25 hours per week (to cover across 11.45 – 1.40pm Monday – Friday (hours TBC)) - Term Time only - Required ASAP

We are seeking to appoint three Lunchtime Controllers to join our warm and friendly team at Park Lane Primary School, working across the Infants and Juniors site, where you will be a valuable part of the team and help provide a secure and happy environment for children at lunchtime through supervision inside the school, outside play areas and within the dining area.

Park Lane is situated in a residential area of Tilehurst, and we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming school community where every child is valued and supported to thrive.

We are looking for someone who has:

Lots of energy, enthusiasm and patience

Is flexible and can work well within a team

Has a sense of humour

Ability to communicate effectively with other staff and pupils in the school.

Patience, fairness and a responsible attitude.

Show an understanding for Safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education

Main duties involve:

Supervising the clearing up of games and toys (inside and outside)

Using the School’s Behaviour Policy to manage pupil behaviour.

Assisting children in the dining room and encouraging healthy eating.

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