Midday Supervisory Assistant: Wyvern Academy

Dorset Council UK; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyvern Academy is seeking a Lunchtime / Midday Supervisory Assistant to support pupils during the 11:30am–2:00pm lunch period. The role focuses on safety, reassurance, and helping children feel included, with an emphasis on encouraging independence and positive social interaction.The post offers a full-time equivalent salary of £25,614; part-time, term-time salary is £7,405 and the role is 12.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Attitude, kindness and willingness to learn matter most.
• Experience welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall and around the school.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage independence, communication and social interaction.
• Help pupils feel safe, settled and included.
• Promote good hygiene and healthy eating.
• Set up, maintain and tidy a welcoming dining environment.
• Work with colleagues to ensure each pupil gets needed support.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Calm under pressure

Team player

Relationship building

Job description

Lunchtime / Midday Supervisory Assistant - Wyvern Academy

£25,614 per annum full time equivalent; actual salary for part-time, term-time only working: £7,405 per annum

12.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 11:30am - 2:00pm

Many of our Midday Supervisory Assistants go on to become Teaching Assistants at Wyvern Academy as opportunities arise. For some, this role is the first step in a rewarding career supporting children and young people with additional needs.

This isn’t just a lunchtime job.

It's helping a child feel safe during one of the busiest parts of their day. It's knowing when someone needs reassurance. It's helping a pupil build confidence, independence and friendships. It's turning a busy dining hall into a place where children feel supported, understood and included.

And sometimes, it's the smallest moments that matter most. A child trying something new. A young person sitting with others. A smile from a pupil who's had a difficult morning. A quiet moment of trust. Moments that might seem small to others.

But at Wyvern Academy, we know they can mean everything. Because this isn't just a lunchtime job. It's helping children feel they belong.

What You'll Be Doing

Lunchtime is an important part of the school day. For some pupils, it's a chance to socialise, build independence and develop confidence. For others, it can feel overwhelming, busy or unpredictable.

As a Midday Supervisory Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping pupils have a positive and successful lunchtime experience.

You'll

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support children and young people in the dining hall and around the school during lunchtime.
• Encourage independence, communication and social interaction.
• Help pupils feel safe, settled and included.
• Support pupils with individual needs with patience, understanding and care.
• Encourage positive behaviour, healthy eating and good hygiene.
• Set up, clear and maintain a clean, welcoming dining environment.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure every pupil receives the support they need.
• Bring warmth, positivity and encouragement to every day.

Who We're Looking For

• We're not looking for someone with all the answers.
• We're looking for someone who cares.
• Someone who can build positive relationships with children and young people.
• Someone who stays calm when things become busy or unpredictable.
• Someone who notices when a child needs encouragement.
• Someone who sees potential in every young person.
• Experience is welcome, but it's your attitude, kindness and willingness to learn that matter most.

If you're patient, reliable, compassionate and enjoy being part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.