Midday Assistant

Supervisory Assistant Level 1

Salary Grade

BB02 £26,016 per annum pro rata(actual £4,476 per annum)

Hours

7.5 hours per week 11.30am – 1pm Mon - Fri, Term Time + 3 training days.

Permanent position

Required for As soon as possible

*This post attracts a Living Wage supplement. In addition to the hourly rate, this post will receive the Living Wage supplement to bring the hourly rate up to a minimum of £13.435 an hour.*We are looking to appoint a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to join a friendly team of staff providing support/ care to pupils during the midday break.This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time it was drawn up. The post-holder may be required from time to time to undertake other duties within the school as may be reasonably expected, without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. This is a common occurrence and would not justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

Essential Criteria

Key Skills & Abilities

Ability to use language and other communication skills that children can relate to

Ability to demonstrate active listening skills

Ability to empathise with the needs of children

Ability to work within and apply all school policies e.g. behaviour management, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities

Ability to work effectively with colleagues

Knowledge

A basic knowledge of Health & Safety requirements in a school environment

Knowledge of the school’s behaviour management policy

Experience

Experience of establishing positive relationships with children

Personal Attributes

Willingness to participate in training and developmental opportunities offered by the school

Willingness to maintain confidentiality on all school matters

Closing Date

12 noon 9th November 2026Shortlisting Week Commencing 9th November 2026

Interview Date

TBCThe school is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicants will be required to obtain an enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and a range of other recruitment checks.