Midday Supervisor

eTeach UK Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant primary school in the UK is looking for a dedicated Midday Supervisor to assist in supervising pupils during the school lunch break. The role includes ensuring the welfare of students, encouraging discipline, and maintaining a safe environment. Applicants should have a First Aid qualification and at least 5 GCSEs including Maths and English. The position offers a strong financial package and emphasizes professional development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension schemes

Life cover

31 days of annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

High-quality CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Current First Aid qualification or willingness to train.
• Ability to encourage high standards of pupil behaviour.
• Experience in supervising children during lunchtime.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils before, during, and after the midday meal.
• Monitor playground activities and ensure safety.
• Address unauthorized personnel on academy grounds.

Skills

Current First Aid qualification

Ability to maintain discipline

Ability to work as a team member

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4-9 including Maths and English

Job description

Midday Supervisor – E-ACT Barton Hill Academy

E-ACT Barton Hill Academy is a vibrant, diverse primary school located in the heart of Bristol. We are proud to serve a diverse community and are committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum that inspires curiosity and a love of learning. Our mission is clear – All Children, All Backgrounds, All Succeeding!

As part of the E-ACT family, we benefit from strong support networks and professional development opportunities that empower staff to grow and succeed. Want to make a difference to young people? Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

We are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Midday Supervisor to join our academy, to work as part of a team supervising pupils during the school lunch break, which includes attending to their welfare and domestic needs.

Key responsibilities

• Supervising pupils immediately before, during and after the midday meal, including children who bring sandwiches
• Supervising pupils in the playground under the direction of the Lead Pastoral Practitioner
• Preventing potential dangers in the playground and approaching unauthorised personnel who enter academy grounds

Pay range: SCP2 - £5,803.22 (FTE: £24,413). Term Time only – 39 weeks per year, 10 hours per week, permanent.

Qualifications and Skills

• Current First Aid qualification (or willing to work towards)
• Ability to maintain discipline, command attention and encourage high standards of pupil behaviour at all times
• Ability to work under supervision, as a member of a team and individually
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4-9 including Maths and English (or equivalent)

What we are about

Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people‑first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. We are proud to lead system‑wide change both locally and nationally – providing sector‑wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E‑ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people‑first culture and relentless drive for excellence. With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Benefits

Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year‑round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high‑quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9‑point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part‑time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing
Our people‑first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.