Midday Supervisory Assistant

Green Wrythe Primary School; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Carshalton is looking for an enthusiastic Midday Supervisor to assist in the lunch period. Responsibilities include supervising children, encouraging play, supporting those with special needs, and working closely with school staff. Ideal candidates should have strong supervision and communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding children. The role offers professional development opportunities and various employee benefits, fostering a supportive and positive work environment.

Benefits

Professional development

Generous pension scheme

Gym Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.
• Willingness to undergo training.
• Ability to support children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during the lunch period.
• Encourage purposeful play.
• Support children with food and hygiene.
• Report concerns to senior staff.

Skills

Supervision skills

Encouragement of social skills

First aid knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

If you are looking for your next role in education, we would love to hear from you!

Green Wrythe Primary School has an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Midday Supervisor to join our existing team in our Rainbow base.

We are looking for someone to assist the class teacher, class team and the Midday Supervisor team in providing supervision on the premises during the lunchtime break. To be involved in encouraging children in purposeful play and social skills activities.

Responsibilities

• General supervision of children during the lunch period, in the dining hall, playground and classrooms. This will include providing support for pupils with ASD and ensuring their safety and access to lunchtime activities.
• Encouragement of purposeful play and social skills activities.
• Encouraging independent skills – cutlery, tidying up, etc.
• Support with developing and trying new foods.
• Supervising children washing hands etc. before eating, as required.
• Setting up lunch tables, assisting in serving children lunch, cleaning down after lunches.
• Working in close cooperation with other school staff, being part of the school team.
• Watching for any visitors to the school during the lunch break and enquiring their purpose, giving directions as necessary.
• Dealing with minor first aid problems and reporting any accidental injury to a senior staff member and/or qualified first aider.
• Supporting children with personal hygiene and toileting as per their individual needs and requirements and dealing with children who are ill (including supporting cleaning up any mess where necessary if the site manager is off site).
• Reporting and escalating any concerns, including any issues regarding behaviour, to the class teacher or senior staff member.
• Contributing to the ethos, work, aims and happy atmosphere of the school.
• Willingness to undergo relevant training, including safeguarding and first aid training.
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection. Reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

Benefits

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Safeguarding Statement

Green Wrythe Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 12th January 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.