Midday Supervisor Assistant

The Palladian Academy Trust; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

The Palladian Academy Trust is seeking two Midday Supervisory Assistants for Fitzmaurice Primary School. The roles are available as 2.5 hours per week (permanent) or 6.25 hours per week (fixed term to 31 August 2027), both term time plus one INSET.

Responsibilities include setting up and clearing the lunch hall, and encouraging pupils to eat their lunches. The team emphasises safety, well-being, and a supportive school environment; you will work as part of a small, friendly staff in a

Qualifications

• Patient, calm, and approachable in a school setting.
• Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clear the lunch hall.
• Clear up spillages and encourage pupils to eat lunch.
• Ensure safety and well‑being of children during lunchtime.
• Supervise pupils and assist as needed during lunch period.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Initiative

Job description

The Palladian Academy Trust is a community of schools, each with its own ethos, that enjoy a mutually enriching partnership. The Trust includes both church and community academies working closely together, all connected by the vision we share for our students. We value and respect the individuality of every child and believe their learning and development should be personal and holistic. We aim to support their well-being and help them achieve their best. We are looking for two Midday Supervisory Assistants at Fitzmaurice Primary School to work either 2.5 hours or 6.25 per week. This will include setting up and clearing way the lunch hall, clearing up spillages and encouraging the children to eat their lunches. The 2.5 hours is a permanent contract and the 6.25 hours is a fixed term contract until 31 August 2027. Both are term time plus one INSET.

• Patient, calm, and approachable, with a good sense of humour. Able to work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative.
• Always committed to the safety and well-being of children. A positive role model for pupils.

In return, we offer: A friendly, supportive and committed staff team who care deeply about providing the best education possible for our children; all our staff are members of strong networks across the Trust who share thinking, best practice and problem solve together.

• an employee assistance programme
• cycle to work scheme
• flu vaccinations
• free eye care vouchers
• local government pension scheme

Closing date: Midnight, Monday 23 November 2026.

Interviews: To be confirmed.

Commencement date: Once all pre-employment checks have been completed.