Midday Supervisory Assistant

Governing Body; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discount schemes

Job summary

Greenhill Primary School is seeking a Midday Supervisory Assistant to help ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupils during lunchtime breaks, working as part of the school team with a calm and positive approach.

The role includes supervising lunch, helping with meals, supervising play, supporting classes in poor weather, and engaging pupils in activities while promoting safe and respectful behaviour.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise and manage lunchtime behaviour.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Calm, positive manner when working with children.
• Good communication and teamwork with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch breaks.
• Assist children with meals (dinner or packed lunches).
• Supervise play on the playground and in classrooms during inclement weather.
• Play games and activities with children to promote engagement.
• Handle minor accidents and administer basic First Aid.

Job description

The Governing Body of Greenhill Primary School seeks to appoint a Midday Supervisory Assistant to ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupils during lunchtime breaks, in accordance with the practices and procedures of the school. A reliable and professional person is required for this demanding but rewarding role within the school. The midday supervisors are very much a part of the team and central to the school. The successful candidate will have a calm and positive manner with children and will assist in promoting positive behaviour. The successful candidate will possess good communication skills and enjoy working with children. They will have a commitment to making lunchtimes a happy time and will be keen to engage pupils in play activities. Duties include:

• To supervise children during the lunch break
• To help children eating their school dinner or packed lunch
• To supervise children in the playground
• To supervise children in their classes during inclement weather
• To play games and undertake activities with the children
• To deal with minor accidents and injuries and administer some First Aid
• To manage children's behaviour positively
• To maintain confidentiality
• An understanding of the role of a Midday Supervisor and the responsibilities associated with working with children.
• The ability to communicate with children with care, empathy and understanding.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes.

We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. This vacancy has been processed in English only because there is no Welsh requirement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Safeguarding Statement Greenhill 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. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Closing date: Thursday 8th October 2026 Shortlisted candidates will be invited to school for a short interview which will be held on 14th October 2026.