Midday Supervisor

Higham Ferrers Nursery and Infant School; Rushden; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Higham Ferrers Nursery and Infant School is seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisor to join the lunch team on a permanent basis. You will supervise pupils at lunch, support the team, and help uphold a caring, safe environment.

Training will be provided, and you will contribute to the school’s positive ethos. The role is a part-time, permanent position working 11:45am–1:15pm, Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year, with a pro rata annual salary of £25,614 (hourly equivalent £13.28).

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children and maintain a supportive environment.
• Empathy and tact when interacting with pupils, families, and staff.
• Willingness to undertake training relevant to midday supervision and safeguarding.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during the lunch period (11:45am–1:15pm).
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing and good conduct of pupils.
• Maintain confidentiality of pupils and staff information.
• Work as part of the lunch team and support the wider school aims.
• Attend training as appropriate for duties and responsibilities.

Skills

Working with children

Empathy

Initiative

Team player

Communication

Confidentiality

Training willingness

School ethos

Job description

Higham Ferrers Nursery and Infant School are looking to appoint a Midday Supervisor to join our school lunch team. This is a permanent contract.

We are seeking someone who:

• Enjoys working with children
• Has a caring personality and can empathise with children
• Has the ability to be flexible and use their own initiative to deal with different situations
• Can work as part of a team and has good communication skills
• Respects the confidentiality of pupils and staff
• Is happy to undertake training as appropriate for their duties
• Is willing to contribute to the wider aims and activities of the school

You should be able to demonstrate commitment to our positive school ethos and dedication to giving all children great learning experiences. In return we can offer you training and the opportunity to work as a member of a team of committed and supportive staff, parents and governors, with friendly, enthusiastic children.

Hours of work

1 hour and 30 minutes each day (11:45am - 1:15 pm), Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year. Please note that holidays cannot be taken in term time, but an allowance for holiday entitlement is paid accordingly.

Rate of pay

Grade C, point 3, £25,614 (per annum, pro rata) equivalent to an hourly rate of £13.28

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and interview on receipt of successful applications.