Midday Supervisor

Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School; Wellingborough, East Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School is seeking a Midday Supervisor to join the school lunch team on a permanent contract. The role will involve supervising pupils during lunch periods and supporting a positive, safe dining environment. The successful candidate will enjoy working with children, demonstrate empathy, and work well as part of a team.

Training will be provided as appropriate for duties. Hours are 12:10–13:25, Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year.

Qualifications

• Experience or ability to work with children.
• Good communication with staff and pupils.
• Ability to work as part of a team and use own initiative.
• Willingness to undertake training for duties.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Job description

We are looking to appoint a Midday Supervisor to join our school lunch team at Irthlingborough Nursery and Infant School. 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 15 minutes each day (12:10 - 13:25pm), 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.

Closing date for applications is 9:00 am on the 3 December 2026

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