Midday Supervisor

St Helens Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 5,400; Part time

Job summary

Allanson Street Primary School in Parr, St Helens, is seeking three midday supervisors to join our lunchtime Play Team. The role is 1.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday, supporting safe play and a positive dining experience for children aged 4 to 11.

We value teamwork, reliability, and a caring, friendly approach. You will help supervise, support play opportunities, assist with first aid when trained, and contribute to safeguarding and welfare in line with school policies.

Qualifications

• Commitment to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all.
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.
• Enjoys working with primary-age children (4–11).
• Positive and supportive attitude towards children of all abilities and backgrounds.
• Confident in engaging with children from Reception to Year 6.
• Strong teamwork, flexible and reliable.
• Friendly, approachable, caring, and dependable with good time keeping.
• Willingness to try new things and work outside comfort zone.

Responsibilities

• Cover lunchtime tasks daily, including outdoor and dining hall activities.
• Work with the play coordinator to provide age-appropriate play opportunities.
• Facilitate play and act as an ambassador for play.
• Assess play areas for risks and implement changes.
• Help set up and clear away play equipment.
• Record incidents and report site issues or first aid needs.
• Assist with first aid when trained and report accordingly.
• Support children at lunch, including queuing, seating, and opening packets.
• Provide care and advice during lunchtime.
• Contribute ideas to improve team practices.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare in line with policies.
• Attend team meetings and training for development.

Skills

Teamwork

Caring

Reliability

Time management

Communication with children

Job description

Inspire. Educate. Empower.

The Headteacher and Governors of Allanson Street Primary School, a warm, friendly, thriving and dynamic two-form entry school in the heart of Parr, St.Helens are seeking to appoint three enthusiastic, conscientious and caring people as Midday Supervisors to join our lunchtime “Play Team”. The hours are 1.5 per day Monday to Friday.

Working as a member of the play team, you will ensure that all our children have meaningful lunchtime play every day. You will work as a member of the play team to create a safe and stimulating outdoor environment providing social, active and creative play experiences for all. The play team is also responsible for ensuring that all our children have a pleasant, safe eating experience at lunch time, whilst maximising the time they can spend outside playing.

The role involves:

• Working as part of the play team to cover all lunchtime tasks daily. This will include sessions outside, and in the dining hall (and indoors when the weather is very poor).
• Working with the play coordinator to ensure all children have access to exciting age-appropriate play opportunities every lunch time.
• Facilitate play opportunities and act as an ambassador for play.
• Assess play areas for risks daily and communicate/implement any changes required.
• Assist with putting out and packing away of play equipment/kit.
• Record and report incidents of note that occur during lunchtime – eg site issues, behaviour, first aid.
• Assist with first aid (once trained) and first aid reporting.
• Assist children at lunch, eg with queuing, getting seated, opening packets, spillages, disputes, clearing plates / cutlery and encourage good eating, hygiene and social skills.
• Offer care, support and advice for children during lunchtime.
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve the team practices and performance.
• Promote and safeguard the safety and welfare of children in accordance with school child protection and behaviour management policies.
• Support and uphold the school’s values system and school rules and reward pupils with verbal praise for positive attitudes and behaviours.
• Attend periodic team meetings and/or training for professional development.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life
• Enjoy working with young people (all ages in the primary school range 4 to 11 years).
• Display a positive and supportive attitude towards young people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
• Be confident in working with, and able to influence and negotiate with, children from Reception (4 years old) to Year 6 (11 years old).
• Have strong teamwork skills; enjoy being part of a team, supportive, flexible and reliable.
• Be friendly, approachable and have a caring manner.
• Be dependable, with good time keeping.
• Show a willingness to try new things and work outside their comfort zone.

Working at Allanson Street Primary School

At Allanson Street, every member of our school family strives to ‘Be The Best That We Can Be’. We encourage our children to ‘Dream Big, Work Hard and Never Give Up, supporting them every step of the way to ensure they have the best possible chance to live long, happy, fulfilling lives doing a job that they love surrounded by friends and family that adore them.

Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member — you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.

Our staff enjoy:

• A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared
• The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development
• The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students
• A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect

At Allanson Street we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us — where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

Allanson Street is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date - 20th October 2026

Interview date - 22nd October 2026

For more information regarding this role, please contact [e-mail]

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.