27 days remaining to apply

  • Earliest start date

    9 March 2026

  • Latest start date

    13 April 2026

  • Closing date

    28 February 2026 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    30 January 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Other support roles

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time: Monday to Friday 11.30-1.15pm.

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

24414.00

What skills and experience we're looking for

Main duties and responsibilities

  • Direct supervision of pupils throughout the midday break, i.e. from the end of morning school until the start of the afternoon session
  • Oversee all areas where pupils gather during the lunch break, these may include dining areas, cloakrooms, classrooms, playing field etc, as appropriate
  • Maintain an acceptable standard of conduct and safety as laid down in the school policies, by dealing with any problem, minor injuries and reporting breaches of discipline to an appropriate member of staff
  • Assist with the induction training of any new midday supervisory assistants or supply assistants when necessary
  • Setting up tables and chairs and clearing these at the end of lunch.
  • Maintain an acceptable standard of conduct and safety as laid down in the school policies, by dealing with any problem and reporting serious incidents to the Headteacher.
  • Any other related duties as directed by the Headteacher.
  • The duties of the post could vary from time to time resulting from new legislation or policy changes and in this case, appropriate training may be given to enable the post-holder to undertake this new/varied work.

    What the school offers its staff

    We will offer you:

    * Ongoing CPD

    * Access to Wellbeing program

    * Access to pension scheme

    * A team of welcoming and dedicated colleagues

    Further information about the job

    The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
    Visas cannot be sponsored.
    If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

    Commitment to safeguarding

    Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

    Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

    Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
    childcare disqualification
    Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
    medical
    online and social media
    prohibition from teaching
    right to work
    satisfactory references
    suitability to work with children

    You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

    Applying for the job

    This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

    CVs will not be accepted for this application.

    About Earl Soham Community Primary School

    School type
    Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
    Education phase
    Primary school
    School size
    77 pupils enrolled
    Age range
    4 to 11
    Ofsted report
    View Ofsted report
    Phone number
    01728685359

    Earl Soham Community Primary School is a happy, rural, community school with children who are well behaved, eager to learn, encouraged and inspired by a friendly team of staff and supportive parents.

    Arranging a visit to Earl Soham Community Primary School

    To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email clarecotton@earlsoham.suffolk.sch.uk.

    School location

    Similar jobs nearby

    MDSA (Midday Supervisor)

    The Oaks Primary School

    Aster Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 0NR

    After School Club Assistant

    Sprites Primary Academy

    Stonechat Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 0SA

    Midday Supervisory Assistant

    Ellingham VC Primary School

    Church Road, Bungay, Suffolk, NR35 2PZ

    Wraparound Care / After School Club Manager

    Sprites Primary Academy

    Stonechat Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 0SA

    Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

    Find more school jobs in Suffolk