Midday Supervisor

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Outwood Primary Academy Darfield, part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust, seeks a Midday Supervisor to foster a safe, caring lunchtime environment. You will help supervise pupils, manage behaviour, and support wellbeing. A DBS check is mandatory; First Aid knowledge is desirable, with a commitment to ongoing training.

The role is term‑time only, 5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based at the academy in Darfield. If you are dedicated to child safety and positive pupil experiences, apply now.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Caring and student‑centred approach to lunchtime supervision.
• Willingness to obtain and develop qualifications, including First Aid.
• A satisfactory DBS check is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and positive environment for students during lunchtime.
• Ensure the well‑being, health and safety of students throughout the lunchtimes.
• Maintain acceptable behaviour standards and build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork; intervene when needed and refer to the Principal as required.
• Desirable knowledge of basic hygiene and First Aid; willingness to develop qualifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Caring

Decision‑making

Job description

Role: Midday Supervisor

Academy: Outwood Primary Academy Darfield

Start Date: 16/11/2026

Salary (Actual Salary): £2,903.94

Working Pattern: 5 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only

Are you passionate about creating a safe and positive environment for students during their lunch break? Join us as a Midday Supervisor, where you will be instrumental in ensuring the well-being, health, and safety of students throughout the lunchtime period. This role requires a proactive approach to maintaining acceptable standards of behaviour and building positive relationships within the academy setting.

Welcome from the Principal:

As Head of School at Outwood Primary Academy Darfield, I am delighted to share with you what makes our academy so special. Nestled in the heart of the village of Darfield, our one‑form entry school offers a unique and nurturing learning environment for children.

Darfield retains a strong sense of community, a legacy from its rich history. This close‑knit spirit is something we cherish and weave into the fabric of our school. At Outwood Primary Academy Darfield, we believe that a strong partnership between school, home, and the wider community is essential for every child’s success.

Being part of the Outwood Family of schools is something we're incredibly proud of at Outwood Primary Academy Darfield. This trust is known for its dedication to raising standards and transforming lives, and that same sense of family and support is at the heart of our academy.

We're a dedicated team passionate about providing the very best education, nurturing personal development, and ensuring every child reaches their full potential. We believe every interaction matters, and our warm and welcoming community fosters a culture of praise and encouragement, celebrating both big achievements and small steps forward for pupils and staff.

If you're a committed and enthusiastic individual who shares our values and is driven to help children thrive, we'd love to hear from you. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment that values reflective practice and innovation, where your contributions will be valued and your own growth nurtured. Join our team of like-minded professionals and make a real difference.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Nicola Mullooly at [e-mail]

The successful candidate should possess strong communication, teamwork, and caring skills. It is essential to demonstrate the ability to make quick decisions regarding when to intervene to prevent children from injuring themselves or others, or when to refer cases of unruly behaviour to the Principal. Desirable qualities include knowledge of basic hygiene procedures and appropriate knowledge of First Aid. A willingness to obtain and/or enhance qualifications and training is required. A satisfactory DBS check is mandatory.

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