Midday Supervisory Assistant

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School; Upwey; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is seeking a Midday Supervisory Assistant to support safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour during lunch. The role is permanent, term-time only, with shifts 11:30–13:15 (Mon and Fri) and 11:50–13:35 (Tue–Thu), totaling 8 hours 45 minutes per week.

You will supervise lunchtime, assist with meals, and help with minor cleaning and first aid as needed, in line with school policies and Christian ethos.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required; training can be provided.
• Experience with children is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during the midday break, ensuring safety, welfare and good conduct.
• Support pupils in the dining hall, including moving to and from dining areas.
• Assist pupils with meals where necessary (e.g. trays, cutlery, drinks).
• Maintain good order and behaviour during lunchtime.
• Assist with clearing tables, wiping surfaces and dealing with spillages.
• Carry out minor first aid and report accidents or incidents appropriately.
• Supervise pupils on the playground or external areas when required.
• Work closely with other staff and fully comply with safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Caring

Observation

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our caring and committed school team. This is an important role supporting the safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour of our pupils during the lunchtime period.

The role is offered as a permanent contract, term time only. Your normal working hours would be 11.30am to 1.15pm on Mondays and Fridays and 11.50am to 1.35pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (8 hours 45 minutes per week).

About the Role

As a Midday Supervisory Assistant, you will be responsible for supervising pupils during the midday break, both in the dining hall and, at times, outdoors. You will help ensure that lunchtime is a safe, calm and happy experience for all children, promoting positive behaviour in line with the school's policies and Christian ethos.

The role also includes supporting pupils during meals, assisting with basic cleaning and clearing duties in dining areas, and responding appropriately to minor accidents or incidents.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during the midday break, ensuring their safety, welfare and good conduct
• Support pupils in the dining hall, including moving to and from dining areas
• Assist pupils with meals where necessary (e.g. trays, cutlery, drinks)
• Maintain good order and behaviour during lunchtime
• Assist with clearing tables, wiping surfaces and dealing with spillages
• Carry out minor first aid and report accidents or incidents appropriately
• Supervise pupils on the playground or external areas when required
• Work closely with other staff and fully comply with safeguarding procedures

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and able to build positive relationships with children
• Calm and confident in responding to challenging behaviour
• Organised, flexible and reliable
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Committed to upholding the Christian ethos of St Andrew's
• Enthusiastic, resilient and self-motivated

No formal qualifications or previous experience are required, as training can be provided. Experience of working with children or in a school setting would be an advantage.

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.