Midday Supervisor

THE HARMONY TRUST; Chadderton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust in Chadderton is seeking a motivated Midday Supervisor to support pupils with special educational needs at lunch. The role requires experience working with children, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to ensuring a safe environment. This position offers potential for career development within the Trust. Applications close on 9 October 2025.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Potential for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting and interacting with children with special needs.
• Ability to work under supervision and as a team member.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs during lunch.
• Work collaboratively with the Inclusion Team.
• Ensure a safe environment for pupils.

Skills

Experience of supporting children with special needs

Ability to work under supervision

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility and initiative

Understanding of safeguarding

Job description

Midday Supervisor

Job details

• Posting date: 22 September 2025
• Salary: Not specified
• Additional salary information: Competitive
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 22 October 2025
• Location: Oldham, OL4 1RR
• Company: inploi
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: 75744102

Overview

The Harmony Trust is recruiting a motivated, passionate and skilled Midday Supervisor to join the Inclusion Team. The post holder will initially support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities at Greenhill Inclusion Hub during lunch, with potential deployments to other academies within the Oldham hub.

Summary

6 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Grade 1 (SCP 2-4) - £24,413 - £25,185 (pro rata to hours worked)

Permanent

What we offer

• The opportunity to be part of a team committed to educational excellence
• Friendly and supportive staff, parents and trustees
• A commitment to high quality professional development
• Opportunity for future career development and progression within the Trust's portfolio of schools
• The chance to transform the lives of children and make a difference

Requirements and responsibilities

• Experience of supporting and interacting with children with special needs over lunch
• Ability to work under supervision and as a member of a team
• Interpersonal skills to communicate well with children and to command attention
• Ability to be flexible and to work on own initiative within school guidelines
• Understanding of safeguarding and ensuring a secure, safe environment for pupils

Safeguarding and recruitment

The Harmony Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks. Full details of the Trust's recruitment and selection processes can be found in our Safer Recruitment policy: Safer Recruitment Policy.

Application

Closing Date: Thursday 9 October 2025. To apply, please visit the Harmony Trust website – Job search.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Harmony Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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