Midday Supervisor

The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 3,400 - 4,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold is seeking a caring Midday Supervisor to help provide a safe and happy lunchtime experience for pupils in the dining room and on the playground. This permanent, term-time role offers daytime hours during school terms.

You will oversee lunchtime routines, support meals, and promote positive behaviour, with responsibilities during playtime and indoors on rainy days. The post is designed for those who want predictable daytime hours in a supportive school

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in dining room during lunch and on the playground to ensure safety.
• Help serve meals and supervise lunchtime activities.
• Lead playtime games and encourage healthy, active play.
• Uphold good behaviour and be a positive role model.

Job description

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Midday Supervisor to ensure our children have a safe and happy lunchtime, both in the dining room and on the playground. If you're looking for a fulfilling role during school hours, this permanent, term-time position could be perfect for you.

You will look after our children at lunchtime, in the dining room and in the playground to ensure that they remain safe.

This is a permanent role is ideal for someone looking to work during the day and in term time only. you will be working for 7.08 hours per week.

About us

The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold is a Primary school and is located in Woodthorpe, Nottingham . We are an Ofsted-rated 'Good' school.

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 35 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

About the role

As a Midday Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in the children’s lunchtime experience by:

• Supporting and promoting good behaviour and positive interactions.
• Being a role model and setting a positive example for the children.
• Supervising children in the dining room, helping to serve meals, and ensuring lunchtime runs smoothly.
• Overseeing playtime activities, whether in the playground or indoors on rainy days, and encouraging fun, healthy, and active play.

Working hours:

• 7.08 hours per week, term-time only.
• You will lead playtime games and encourage a healthy lifestyle.

What’s in it for you?

• An actual salary of £4,092 per annum (OLOL Band 1; Scale Point 3)
• Wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best.
• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.
• Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.

We have fantastic benefits including:

• Entry into the Local Government Pension scheme with generous employer pension contributions
• Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
• Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
• A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.

Closing Date: Thursday 17 September 2026 at 9.00am

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.

Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.