Midday Supervisor

Employer: St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School

Location: Leicester, East Midlands

Salary: £2,888 - £2,910

Job type: PART_TIME

Posted: 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Sector: Education & Training

Job Description

Are you passionate about supporting children and helping to create a safe, happy, and positive school environment? If so, St Simon and St Jude Church of England Primary School would love to hear from you. We are seeking a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Midday Supervisor to join our friendly and dedicated team. This is an important role within our school community, helping to ensure that lunchtimes are safe, enjoyable and well-organised for all pupils. About Us Located in the heart of Earl Shilton, St Simon and St Jude Church of England Primary School is a warm, welcoming and inclusive school where children are encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually. Our Christian values underpin all aspects of school life, and we are proud of the strong partnerships we have with families, our parish church and the wider community. We are committed to providing the highest standards of education and pastoral care, ensuring every child feels safe, valued and inspired to achieve their full potential. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing environment where both pupils and colleagues can thrive. The Role The core purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the health, safety and wellbeing of children during the school lunchtime period. The successful candidate will supervise pupils both while they are eating and during playtimes, indoors or outdoors depending on the weather. They will promote positive behaviour ensuring that children are safe, engaged and supported throughout the lunchtime session. The role requires an individual who can build positive relationships with children, promote inclusive and enjoyable play opportunities. You will organise and oversee play equipment, ensure outdoor areas are left in a suitable condition after lunchtime, and remain vigilant to any health, safety or welfare concerns. You will also provide support to children who become unwell or have an accident, administering basic first aid where appropriate and ensuring incidents are recorded correctly. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children, has good communication skills, works well as part of a team and shares our commitment to helping every child feel safe, valued and able to thrive. In return, you will become part of a friendly, supportive and committed staff team that values collaboration, professional development and a shared commitment to excellence. Why Join Us? At St Simon and St Jude, we believe that working in education is both rewarding and fulfilling. You will become part of a supportive and dedicated team that values collaboration, professional development and a shared commitment to helping every child succeed. If you would like to make a positive difference to children's school experience and join our friendly and ambitious school community, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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