Midday Supervisory Assistant (Ark Little Ridge Primary)

East Sussex County Council; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 2,900 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy in Hastings is seeking a part‑time Midday Supervisory Assistant to oversee safe, enjoyable lunchtimes and supervise pupils during lunchbreaks both indoors and outdoors.

The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, experience building positive relationships with children, and a genuine interest in children's welfare and play. You will engage pupils in lunchtime activities and use your initiative to adapt to weather and circumstances.

Qualifications

• Must have good interpersonal skills.
• Experience establishing positive relationships with children.
• Enthusiasm for and active interest in children's welfare and play.
• Able to engage pupils in purposeful lunchtime activity and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for safe, happy lunchtimes for pupils in all areas inside and outside the school.
• Engage pupils in purposeful play and activities during lunch, in good and wet weather, using initiative and new ideas.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationships with children

Enthusiasm for children's welfare and-

Lunchtime activity leadership

Initiative and openness to new ideas

Job description

ABOUT US

Ark Little Ridge is a popular and over‑subscribed school in the heart of Hastings graded 'OUTSTANDING' in all areas by Ofsted (October 2023). It has a proven track record of raising standards for its pupils, particularly our most vulnerable.

We are a two‑form entry school with a full cohort of 60 pupils in each year group. Our staff are very committed to knowing each child and providing them with the very best care.

Job Description

Hours of work: 5 Hours. Working pattern: Part‑time, Term‑time only. (As the position is part‑time/term‑time only, the above salary will be pro‑rata)

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Midday Supervisory Assistant on a part‑time permanent basis. This role will involve taking responsibility for ensuring safe, happy lunchtimes for the pupils at Ark Little Ridge by engaging in play activities with and taking care of the children during the lunch time period in all areas inside and outside of the school.

The successful candidate will:

• Have good interpersonal skills
• Have experience of establishing positive relationships with children
• Have an enthusiasm for and an active interest in children's welfare and play
• Engage pupils in purposeful activity during the lunchtime (during both good weather and 'wet' lunchtimes)
• Be able to use their initiative and be open to new ideas

We can offer you:

• A supportive school
• Friendly staff and children
• Opportunities for Professional Development

By joining the Ark schools network you will gain access to an exclusive range of benefits including comprehensive CPD, training and best‑practice sharing opportunities, reduced gym membership, large retail discounts as well as the unique opportunity to apply for international exchanges and other scholarship prospects.

Contact Details

Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy

Little Ridge Avenue

St Leoanrds on Sea

East Sussex

TN37 7LR

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.arklittleridgeprimary.org

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Job Details

Location: Hastings

Start date: 19th October 2026

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part Time, 5 per week (1hr daily Monday to Friday in term time)

Salary: Actual Salary £ 2,924.86 per annum gross

Closing date: Wednesday 30th September 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 6th October 2026