Teaching Assistant (Level 1) and Midday Supervisor

Hampton Gardens Secondary School; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A local secondary school in the UK is looking for a full-time Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisor. The role involves supporting students with their academic progress and ensuring a positive lunchtime experience. Suitable candidates are patient, adaptable, and have experience working with young people. The position offers a combined salary ranging from £17,943 to £18,514 based on a 31.25 hour week.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting is an advantage.
• Willingness to undertake training including First Aid.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom and during lunchtime.
• Assist students with learning tasks and behaviour management.
• Supervise students during lunch and maintain a positive environment.

Skills

Experience with young people

Behaviour management

Strong communication

ICT skills

Patience and empathy

Job description

Do you enjoy working with young people and want to make a positive impact in their school day?

Hampton Gardens School is currently recruiting for a full-time Teaching Assistant (Level 1) and Midday Supervisor. This combined role offers the opportunity to support students both in the classroom and during lunchtime, contributing to their academic progress and wellbeing throughout the school day. This position is temporary to 31 August 2026 in the first instance.

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with teachers and the SENDCo to support students with their learning, including those with additional needs. You’ll help create an inclusive and engaging classroom environment, assist with behaviour management, and contribute to student progress tracking.

As a Midday Supervisor, you’ll help ensure a safe, orderly, and positive lunchtime experience for students, supporting behaviour expectations and promoting respectful interactions.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is patient, adaptable, and passionate about supporting young people.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What You’ll Be Doing

Teaching Assistant duties:

• Supporting individual pupils and small groups with learning tasks.
• Assisting students with SEND and/or English as an additional language.
• Supporting literacy, numeracy, and ICT activities.
• Contributing to behaviour management and classroom organisation.
• Maintaining records and providing feedback to teachers and the SENDCo.
• Participating in staff meetings, training, and school events.

Midday Supervisor duties:

• Supervising students during the lunch period in line with school procedures.
• Promoting positive behaviour and reporting concerns.
• Maintaining a safe and inclusive environment.
• Building positive relationships with students and staff.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in working with young people, ideally in a school setting.
• Patient, empathetic, and confident in managing behaviour.
• Organised, adaptable, and able to use their initiative.
• A strong communicator with good ICT skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Willing to undertake relevant training, including First Aid if required.
• Positive, flexible, and enthusiastic about supporting students.

Working Hours & Salary

Teaching Assistant (Grade 4 - £24,795 to £25,583)

• Hours: 8.30am - 3.10pm (25-minute unpaid lunch break)
• Full-time: 27.5 hours/week, term time plus 5 days
• Actual salary: £15,780 - £16,282 (based on 39 weeks)

Midday Supervisor (Grade 5 - £25,583 to £26,402)

• Hours: 1.25pm - 2.10pm
• Full-time: 3.75 hours/week, term time only
• Actual salary: £2,163 - £2,232 (based on 38 weeks)

Combined Total Actual Salary

• Full-time (5 days/week, 31.25 hours): £17,943 - £18,514

How to Apply

If having read the advertisement, job description and person specification, you are motivated to apply for this position please submit your application via MyNewTerm.

• Please complete all sections of the application form. CV’s will not be accepted.
• Your personal statement should outline your relevant experience and why you are a suitable candidate for this role.

If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit to the school before applying, please contact the HR Team via [e-mail]

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

Safeguarding and Recruitment Checks

Hampton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, the school may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our safeguarding due diligence. Where undertaken, this will be limited to information relevant to safeguarding or suitability to work with children and conducted in accordance with UK GDPR.