Breakfast Club and Midday Supervisor

Mapplewells Primary & Nursery School; Stanton Hill; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Mapplewells Primary & Nursery School is seeking a kind and reliable Breakfast Club and Midday Supervisor to support children’s development in a safe, inclusive setting. You will lead activities, supervise lunchtimes, and promote positive behaviour while collaborating with staff and families.

Join a warm school community within Flying High Partnership, dedicated to wellbeing, training opportunities, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and creating an inclusive, safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and supervise engaging activities during breakfast club and midday breaks.
• Supervise children in dining and play areas, promoting positive behaviour.
• Support meal preparation and ensure food safety and hygiene.
• Assist with transitions between activities and classes.
• Maintain a welcoming, calm environment and support children’s independence and social skills.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

About Us:

Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School is about happy children all working together to achieve their personal best in all areas of school life. We have high expectations of all pupils and so we strive to offer the best education delivered by challenging and supportive teachers and teaching assistants. As a forward thinking and friendly school, we aim to provide a wide range of learning experiences where children are engaged, enthusiastic and curious to find out more. Our goal is to instil a love of learning within our pupils which will develop them into life-long learners with high aspirations for their future.

About Flying High:

Flying High Partnership is a thriving multi-academy trust of 38 primary schools across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire. We are driven by a shared vision to be unique, exceptional, and sustainable. Founded in 2012, we believe in the power of meaningful collaboration to help schools reach their full potential while supporting others along the way.

Our Partnership celebrates individuality, champions continuous improvement, and ensures every child thrives. With a strong focus on school-led professional development and leadership, we’re committed to growing exceptional teachers and inspirational leaders.

Together, we make every day count.

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Breakfast Club and Midday Supervisor to join our team. You will deliver high-quality and varied activities within a safe and nurturing breakfast club setting. You will play a key role in supporting children’s physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development while maintaining a positive and inclusive environment. You will supervise children in the dining hall and playground, promoting positive behaviour and ensuring that lunchtime is safe, enjoyable , and well‑organised part of the school day. As a key role model, you will help create a calm and respectful environment where all children feel supported, included, and valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in a safe and inclusive wraparound care setting.
• Supervise children during sessions, promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Prepare and serve healthy snacks, considering dietary needs and food hygiene standards.
• Coordinate smooth transitions between classes and wraparound care.
• Maintain a welcoming, well-resourced environment and communicate effectively with children, colleagues, and parents/carers.
• Support the smooth running of lunchtime routines, including managing queues and seating arrangements
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage respectful interactions between pupils
• Help and maintain a clean and safe dining environment, including clearing spills and tidying tables
• Support children in developing independence and good social skills
• Respond to minor first aid needs and report any concerns to the appropriate staff
• Supervise children indoors during wet weather as required
• Support the overall ethos of the school through teamwork and flexibility.

We Are Looking For

• Someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
• A positive and proactive team member who communicates well and works collaboratively with others.
• Someone who values inclusion and believes in the potential of every child.
• A dependable and flexible person who maintains professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Someone who understands the importance of safeguarding and wellbeing in a school setting.

We Can Offer You:

• A commitment to people across our partnership, underpinned by our people principles: adaptability, wellness, recognising achievement, employee voice and engagement, professional development and growth, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• A warm and welcoming school community where every member of staff is valued.
• A supportive and friendly team that works together to create a positive environment for children and staff.
• Opportunities for relevant training and development to help you grow in your role.
• Access to an employee assistance programme offering wellbeing and practical support.
• The chance to make a real difference to children’s lives every day in a rewarding and valued role.

Application Details

We’d love to meet you! Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and offer a great opportunity to see our school in action.

Early applications are strongly encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

Flying High Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.