Active Lunchtime Supervisor (OPAL)

We are looking for a brand new, modern Lunchtime Play Leader to join our incredibly friendly and supportive team! This is not an old-style “dinner lady” role — this is about inspiring play, encouraging adventure, and making lunchtimes the highlight of the school day. Our Play Leaders are champions of outdoor learning, creativity and exploration. You’ll be out in all weathers (rain never stops great play!), helping children into waterproofs and wellies, and supporting exciting, adventurous activities such as den building, construction with planks, tyres and pallets, and imaginative large-scale play. You’ll help children learn how to assess risks for themselves, build resilience and confidence, and develop independence — all while ensuring resources are used safely and thoughtfully. The role also involves monitoring the safety and condition of equipment, managing the supply and rotation of play resources to keep opportunities fresh and engaging, and supporting children to take responsibility for tidying and caring for their environment. We’re looking for someone with a genuine love of working with children, a warm and positive approach, and a real can-do attitude. If you believe the sky’s the limit when it comes to children’s creativity and potential, we’d love to hear from you! This is the kind of role where you’ll head home at the end of lunchtime with a beaming smile, knowing you’ve made a real difference. Not sure if this is the role for you? Why not give us a call for an informal chat or book in for a lunchtime visit to see our play in action — we’d be delighted to show you what makes our team so special. Join Athena - Inspiring World-Class Education together! At Athena, we are a passionate and forward-looking educational organisation committed to providing world-class education and helping individuals lead great lives. Our core values of "Dream Big, Take Responsibility, and Be Kind" guide our mission to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where everyone can excel and grow. About Us: At Athena, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and shape a brighter future. We are dedicated to fostering a strong sense of community, where students, educators, and parents collaborate to achieve academic excellence and personal growth. Our commitment to "Dream Big, Take Responsibility, and Be Kind" underpins everything we do, inspiring our students to aim high, take ownership of their learning, and treat each other with respect and compassion. We are inspired by wisdom, creativity and learning. Determined to create a world where all children get to go to great schools, our mission is to provide the knowledge and education to bring opportunities, choices and freedom. If you want to be part of an inspirational team of big thinkers who will support you to develop your full potential and value your knowledge, passion, wellbeing and commitment, it sounds like you could be on your way to joining us and bec