Midday Supervisor

The Oldham Academy North; Failsworth; On-site; GBP 5,900 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS or TPS pension

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The Oldham Academy North is seeking a caring and reliable Midday Supervisor to help create a safe, positive and enjoyable environment for students during lunchtimes. You will join a supportive team and contribute to pupil wellbeing, behaviour and happiness throughout the school day.

We value safeguarding, strong communication, and a calm, inclusive approach, working with colleagues to ensure safety and a constructive lunchtime experience for all pupils.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English at minimum
• Safeguarding awareness with up-to-date training or willingness to undertake training
• Strong ability to maintain positive behaviour and high standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with pupils, parents and colleagues
• Ability to work calmly in sensitive situations, independently or as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunchtime ensuring safety, welfare and positive behaviour
• Promote a calm, inclusive and enjoyable environment in dining and outdoor areas
• Monitor and manage student behaviour in line with academy policies
• Support pupils with wellbeing needs and report safeguarding or welfare concerns
• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and orderly lunch period in collaboration with colleagues

Skills

GCSE Maths & English

Behaviour management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Midday Supervisor

The Oldham Academy North is looking for a caring and reliable Midday Supervisor to help create a safe, positive and enjoyable environment for students. Join our supportive team and play a vital role in promoting pupil wellbeing, behaviour and happiness throughout the school day.
The Oldham Academy North is looking for a caring and reliable Midday Supervisor to help create a safe, positive and enjoyable environment for students. Join our supportive team and play a vital role in promoting pupil wellbeing, behaviour and happiness throughout the school day.

Key responsibilities:

• Supervise students during lunchtime, ensuring their safety, welfare and positive behaviour at all times.
• Promote a calm, inclusive and enjoyable environment in dining and outdoor areas, encouraging respectful interactions between students.
• Monitor and manage student behaviour in line with academy policies, addressing issues promptly and appropriately.
• Support students with their wellbeing needs and report any concerns relating to safeguarding, health and safety, or student welfare.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and orderly environment during the lunch period, working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure effective supervision

Pay range: SCP 3 - £5,932.55 - FTE: £25,614.00

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCSE Maths & English
• Awareness of safeguarding and child protection, with up-to-date training or the willingness to undertake training.
• Strong ability to maintain positive behaviour, supervise pupils effectively and promote high standards at all times.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Ability to work calmly in sensitive situations, both independently and as part of a team.
• E-ACT The Oldham Academy North | Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, Mastery

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive 11-16 secondary academy located in Oldham. Rooted in our core values of Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we committed to fostering an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and socially.

We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging our students to excel in all areas of their education. Beyond academic excellence, we inspire and empower them to become ambassadors for their community, instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in their role as contributors to the greater whole.

Join us on this journey of education, growth, and community engagement, where we value Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery are at every step.

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?

What are we 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. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as 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. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 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.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

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.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.