Midday Supervisor

Springfield Academy; Bulwell; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Springfield Academy in Bulwell is seeking a midday supervisor to help supervise pupils during lunch, keep them safe and positively engaged. You will support eating routines, encourage good behaviour, and respond to minor concerns, all while maintaining a friendly, watchful presence during the lunch period.

The role focuses on creating a safe, enjoyable lunchtime experience and requires a friendly, reliable, and caring attitude with strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Friendly, reliable and caring individual
• Ability to supervise pupils and maintain a safe lunchtime environment
• Experience with children is helpful but not essential, attitude matters most

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in the dining hall and playground
• Encourage good behaviour and safe play during lunch
• Support younger pupils with eating routines and respond to minor issues or concerns
• Maintain a friendly, watchful presence to ensure lunchtime is safe and enjoyable

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Experience with children

Job description

A midday supervisor supports the smooth running of the lunch period by keeping pupils safe, calm, and positively engaged. The role involves supervising children in the dining hall and playground, encouraging good behaviour and safe play, helping younger pupils with eating routines, and responding to any minor issues or concerns. By maintaining a friendly, watchful presence, the midday supervisor helps ensure lunchtime is a safe, enjoyable part of the school day.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and caring individual who enjoys working with children and helping to create a safe and positive lunchtime environment. You will be approachable and patient, with the confidence to supervise pupils, encourage good behaviour, and support their wellbeing.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, be attentive and observant, and able to handle situations calmly and fairly. Experience working with children is helpful but not essential—what matters most is a positive attitude, a sense of responsibility, and a commitment to supporting all pupils in having an enjoyable and inclusive lunchtime experience.

About Springfield Academy

Springfield Academy in Bulwell is a warm, community focused primary school committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and ambitious learning environment for children aged 3-11. The school prides itself on strong relationships, high expectations, and a curriculum designed to inspire curiosity and confidence. As part of Tapestry Learning Partnership, Springfield Academy promotes teamwork, professional growth, and a shared dedication to helping every child thrive academically and personally.

Why Join Tapestry Learning Partnership?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.