Casual Midday Supervisor

MERIDIAN TRUST; Ely; On-site; GBP 2,500 - 3,300; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Teacher's pension scheme

Eye tests & flu vaccinations

Job summary

The Lantern Community Primary School in Ely is seeking a reliable relief Midday Supervisor to oversee pupils in the dining hall, playgrounds and school premises during lunch. The role is casual, part‑time, term‑time only, with flexible hours around lunchtimes.

You will monitor pupil wellbeing and behaviour, assist with setting up and clearing away lunchtime areas, and work as part of Meridian Trust’s supportive team. First aid training is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues.
• Willingness to undertake first aid training.
• Casual, flexible availability around lunch periods.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in dining hall and playground during lunch.
• Monitor wellbeing and behaviour and assist with setting up/clearing lunchtime areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable relief Midday Supervisor to join the team at The Lantern Community Primary School. The role will involve supervising pupils in the dining hall, playground areas and school premises during the lunch period. You will be expected to monitor the well‑being and behaviour of the pupils and to also assist in the setting up/clearing away of the lunchtime areas, where necessary. A willingness to undertake first aid training would also be beneficial to the role. You will be working as part of a friendly and supportive team and a degree of flexibility may be required due to the casual nature of this contract. You will be responsible to the Midday Coordinator and Headteacher.

The opportunity

• A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference!
• Working as part of a great team!
• Casual, part‑time, term‑time only position – fits around other daily commitments
• Possesses outstanding communication skills and can work well in a team
• Experience of working with children in a school or similar setting
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues

The Lantern Community Primary School is a busy and vibrant school based in the beautiful historic city of Ely and our aim is to ensure that children shine their light in each community they belong to. Our curriculum enables the children to develop their own learning and shape their own understanding as they use prior learning to embed and secure new skills and knowledge. We are fortunate at the Lantern to have excellent facilities and a modern, bright school which facilitates the children's learning opportunities.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values‑led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest‑performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high‑quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to:

• Monday to Friday – up to 5 hours per week (Monday to Friday lunchtimes, term‑time only)
• This is a casual contract, as and when required, to provide cover for the midday team
• Salary: £2,902 (Actual Salary per year) Meridian Trust Support Staff – Grade 3 Point 3 based on 5 hours per week, term‑time only, Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing
• Opportunities to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing including online GP service through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on‑site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays