Midday Supervisor - Maternity Cover

Norwich Road Academy, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2HT

17 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 August 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  27 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 6.25 hours per week, term time only
• Contract type: Fixed term - Until end of maternity leave - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Actual salary: £3,471.44 to £3,525.90

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Opportunity

We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Midday Supervisor to join our dedicated team. You will play a key role in ensuring the safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour of pupils during lunchtime periods. Working closely with staff and students, you will help create a safe, inclusive and enjoyable environment in the dining hall and playground, encouraging positive social interaction and supporting pupils' welfare. Your contribution will directly support our commitment to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and achieve their full potential.

About You

• Previous experience working with primary school age children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a good relationship with the pupils and approachability.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations within a school environment, e.g. Basic Health and Safety Training.
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of pupils.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

At EMAT, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees:

• A leadership team who listen and act on feedback.
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
• A highly trained team to support learning.
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Norwich Road Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 317 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Norwich Road Academy website
• Email address: peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/norwich-road-academy

Norwich Road Academy is a thriving, larger-than-average primary school located in the heart of Thetford, Norfolk. We offer Nursery provision through to Year 6, with excellent facilities including a large sports field, outdoor learning areas, and a dedicated library. We promote strong values, high aspirations, and a supportive learning environment where children are proud of who they are and where they come from. We welcome you to visit and discover what makes our academy a special place to learn and grow. 

Arranging a visit to Norwich Road Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk.

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