Midday Supervisor

About the job

Key information

7.5 hours per week
1.5 hours per day between 11:30am and 1.30pm (term time only)
SALARY GRADE 16 – £12.65 per hour (£4,545 approximately per annum)
FIXED TERM – until the end of the academic year

Required from the start of the Spring term 5th January 2026, a reliable, conscientious and enthusiastic Midday Supervisor to join our caring and inclusive school. We can offer this contract on a fixed term basis until the end of the Summer Term, at which point it will be reviewed.

What will I be doing?

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to start a career in childcare, or teaching. As a member of our staff you will have the opportunity to volunteer in our classrooms and gain valuable skills and experience, helping children read, join our team on school trips and become involved in our school community.

This role is currently for 1.5 hours per day but, as a member of our staff, you will have the opportunity to increase your hours when the opportunity arises. This role involves setting up the dining hall for lunches, helping whilst the children eat and clearing away at the end of the lunch period. In addition, you will be required to supervise the children in the playground, as well as supporting and joining in with play to encourage inclusive, fun playtimes.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We offer a supportive and inclusive team and the opportunity to work with children and make a genuine difference to their lives. You will join a team who are committed to providing the very best for the children in our care.

If you have the following skills we would love to hear from you, are you:

• A team player with a positive attitude and a sense of humour?
• Someone who can maintain a calm atmosphere and encourage positive behaviour?
• Patient and resilient?
• Someone with the confidence to make responsible decisions?

DBS check

Somerset Bridge Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will need to satisfy the requirements of an enhanced DBS check.

Supporting documents and information

Further details and an application form are available on the school’s website.

For an informal discussion please contact us on 01278 422100 or via email at office@somersetbridge.school.

Closing date for applications: noon Wednesday 10 December 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 16 December 2025

Apply on the Somerset Bridge Primary School website