Midday Supervisory Assistant

The Governing Body of Hillborough Infant and Nursery School is seeking to appoint a Midday Supervisor Assistant to start as soon as possible as part of our Midday Team. Hillborough Infant and Nursery School is Ofsted rated Good, with pupils who are keen to learn.

At Hillborough, our vision is for each child to discover their interests, build deep confidence, and grow a lifelong love of learning. We operate as an inclusive community where everyone takes care of themselves, each other, and our school. Guided by the principles of Values-based Education (VbE), everything we do is anchored by our core values:

• C - Community

• A - Aspiration

• R - Respect

• E - Empowering

• Work-Life Balance: A school culture where staff are highly valued, with reduced staff meetings and a priority focus on teacher well-being.

• Perks and Comfort: Free refreshments, subsidised staff lunches, and secure free on-site parking.

• Health and Well-being Support: Access to comprehensive healthcare support via our School Advisory Service well-being package.

• Modern Tech Infrastructure: Full integration with Google Workspace and access to Chromebooks across the school.

• Professional Growth: Tailored, high-quality, personalised CPD and training opportunities to invest in your future.

• Expert Support: Work alongside an ambitious, collaborative team with outstanding success supporting SEND, EAL, and SEMH needs.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable individual.

We require a committed and self-motivated individual with an enthusiasm for working with young people. The successful applicant will work as part of a team and will undertake a range of tasks such as:

• Supervise pupils immediately before, during and after the midday break. This includes pupils who have a school meal as well as pupils who bring their own food.

• Assist pupils as required with toileting and personal hygiene (under the general direction of the Senior Midday Supervisor).

• Assist with the lifting and handling of non-ambulant pupils in conjunction with other staff members, making use of mechanical aids as necessary.

• Encourage and assist pupils in eating, cutting up food, providing guidance on the proper use of cutlery. Assist with the clearance of spillages as necessary.

• Assist pupils in carrying/transporting trays to the tables, clearing trays and returning crockery/trays to the food counter.

• In the event of a pupil becoming ill, distressed, or experiencing an accident, provide initial aid and summon qualified assistance.

• Wipe/wash pupils after meals and wash aprons, plastic bibs etc. as necessary.
• Dress pupils for outside play activities and supervise pupils in the playground.

Successful applicants may be called to interview before the closing date so early applications are encouraged.

If you are successful in being shortlisted, you will be required to bring the original documents listed below to the interview - failure to bring the documents to interview could mean that we will not progress further with your application:

• Evidence to support your ID (e.g. passport, driving license, birth certificate)
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK (please see attached evidence to support your right to work in the UK)
• Proof of Address (e.g. Bank or Benefit statement issued within 3 months, Council tax or P45/P60 statement issued within 6 months)

All applications must be made through MyNewTerm

Closing date: 30th October 2026

Initial shortlisting: TBC

Interviews: TBC

Hillborough Infant and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and safer recruitment checks.