Midday Supervisory Assistant

We seek to appoint a Midday Supervisory Assistants to join the team at Poppleton Ousebank Primary School, working 7.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Poppleton Ousebank Primary School is seeking to appoint a warm, energetic, and responsible Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our friendly, hardworking team, Monday to Friday.

Lunchtime is a crucial part of our school day. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to making this time a safe, enjoyable, and engaging experience for all pupils. You will play a vital role in encouraging positive play and fostering good social skills in our vibrant, local community.

Main Purpose of the Role

• Supervising children in the dining hall, playground, and classrooms during inclement weather.

• Engaging with pupils, facilitating, and encouraging fun, active, and social playground games.

• Maintaining a safe, caring, and orderly environment for all children.

• Promoting healthy eating and good manners in the dining room.

About You

• You are a caring and patient person with a passion for supporting children.

• You possess a calm, positive, and firm manner.

• You are a proactive team player who can also work on your own initiative.

• You are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team, Governors, and senior leadership.

• Confident children with a positive attitude toward school life.

• A well-resourced school with fantastic green spaces and facilities.

• Access to Continuous Professional Development.

• A role that is term-time only, perfect for work-life balance.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing support

Job Details

Hours of Work: 7.5 Hours per Week, Term Time Only

Position Type: Permanent Post

Line Manager: Senior Midday Supervisor

Travel Required: No

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.

Interviews will take place on 21st October 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.