Lunchtime Supervisor

St Marys Catholic Academy; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

St Mary’s Catholic Academy is advertising a permanent Lunchtime Supervisor position for 5 hours at Level 3 (Actual salary £2,886 - £2,998). The academy is part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi Academy Trust and aims to appoint a dedicated, supportive team member to supervise children aged 5–11.

The role emphasizes maintaining a safe and inclusive environment, supporting Catholic life and mission, and opportunities for professional development within the school community.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with young children.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Be committed to supporting the Catholic life and mission of the school.

Responsibilities

• Supervising a range of playtime tasks and activities.
• Monitor play activities, both indoors and outdoors (indoor wet breaks).
• Communicate any messages to teachers.
• Delivering first aid where necessary in accordance with the school’s First Aid Policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Childcare experience

Catholic ethos

Job description

St. Mary's Catholic Academy

Lunchtime Supervisor - required for as soon as possible

This is a permanent position at St Mary’s Catholic Academy for 5 hours Level 3 (Actual salary £2, 886 - £2,998)

St Mary’s Catholic Academy is proud to be part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi Academy Trust. Following our recent Ofsted inspection, where we were judged to have achieved a strong standard in all areas of the framework, we are seeking to appoint a dedicated, hardworking and committed Lunchtime Supervisor to join our enthusiastic and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Be committed to delivering high standards of care and interaction with children aged between 5 - 11
• Be flexible
• Have good communication skills
• Be willing to undertake training
• Maintain professionalism at all times
• Be responsible providing a safe and inclusive environment for all children
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and staff

Perform tasks including;

• Supervising a range of playtime tasks and activities
• Monitor play activities, both indoors and outdoors (indoor wet breaks)
• Communicate any messages to teachers
• Delivering first aid where necessary in accordance with the school’s First Aid Policy

Essential Requirements

• Enjoy working with young children
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Be committed to supporting the Catholic life and mission of the school.

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant experience in working with young children

Working Hours

• The successful applicant will be required to work Monday to Friday, 12:00 - 1:00 during term time, in accordance with the school's agreed working hours.

We can offer:

• A friendly, welcoming and inclusive school community where everyone is valued.
• A positive and supportive environment that encourages innovation, creativity and new ideas.
• The opportunity to work alongside an enthusiastic and dedicated team within our school and across the wider Trust.
• Happy, well-behaved and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• Highly supportive staff, parents, governors and Trust colleagues.
• A strong commitment to your ongoing professional development and career progression including the opportunity to develop through level 3 and 5 apprenticeships.

If you are passionate about supporting children and would like to be part of a thriving Catholic school community, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Candidates are welcome and encouraged to visit the schools by prior arrangement. Application packs are available from Mrs Tracey Edge, Academy Manager, Ford Green Road, Norton-le-Moors ST6 8EZ.

For further information about this post, or to arrange a school visit, please contact Mrs S Rathbone, Executive Principal.

Further information about the application process is available from the school website. St Mary's Catholic Academy - Vacancies.

Closing date for applications:

Friday 4th September 2026, 12pm

Interview Date:

Wk beginning Monday 7th September 2026

DBS Checks

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Click here for further information.

Asylum and Immigration

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