Midday Supervisor

Lift Schools; Utterby; On-site; GBP 3,500 - 4,300; Part time

Job summary

Lift North Utterby is seeking a Midday Supervisor to join their team for 10 hours a week during term time. You will look after pupils at lunchtimes, help keep dining areas safe and orderly, and support positive behavior outside the classroom.

No formal qualifications are required; what matters is your care for young people, calm manner under pressure, and ability to relate well to students and staff. The role offers a friendly school community within Lift Schools.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to build good relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Keep students safe during lunch breaks and in dining areas.
• Support positive behaviour and resolve issues calmly.
• Monitor play areas and report hazards to staff.

Job description

Lift North Utterby are looking for an additional Midday Supervisor to join there team for 10 hours a week, 39 weeks per year (term time only). Whether you've supervised children as a parent, carer or in another setting, your skills and approach are what count.

About the role

As a Midday Supervisor, you'll look after students during breaktimes, making sure they stay safe, feel supported and enjoy their time outside the classroom. You'll be there to guide positive behaviour, help resolve any issues that come up, and keep an eye on things in dining areas, playgrounds and other spaces around the school. Does this sound like something you'd enjoy?

Key responsibilities

• Keep students safe as they move around the school and use the dining areas
• Watch over students during lunch breaks and help manage behaviour in a calm and fair way
• Spot any hazards or concerns and take action quickly to keep everyone safe
• Support students who may be upset or experiencing bullying, and share any concerns with the right staff
• Help organise lunchtime clubs or activities when needed
• Keep tables and benches clean and tidy after meals

We are looking for someone who

You don't need formal qualifications or previous school experience to apply. What matters most is that you care about young people and can stay calm under pressure. Can you build good relationships and work well with others? We'd love to hear from you if you're patient, empathetic and organised. Are you ready to bring your warmth and positive energy toour students? Skills and experience that would be advantageous are:

• Experience of supervising children or young people as a parent or carer.
• Patience, empathy and the ability to relate to young people
• Basic first aid training

Essential Criteria:

• UK right to work

About the School

Part of Lift Schools, Utterby is a small rural school, where you will find a warm friendly welcome from all. We are federated with Lift North Thoresby and together we aim to offer our pupils rich and exciting learning opportunities that help them to achieve and develop, and inspire them to do their very best. We want our children to leave us as confident and respectful young people, equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their lives ahead. We aim to provide children the benefit of a creative approach to learning, acquiring the key attributes of independence and resilience; in a school at the heart of the community, maintaining the traditions and values of the local area, whilst allowing pupils the opportunity to be forward thinking and globally aware.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

Discoverhow we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you: How we support you

Supporting Documents

• Safer Recruitment Statement - September 2026.pdf
• Midday Supervisor Job Description and Person Specification (4).pdf