Midday Supervisor/ Playworker

Farnsfield St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Farnsfield, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8JZ

25 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  2 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Pro-rated salary £4,813 - Grade 2, SCP 3

Midday Supervisor/ Playworker job summary

Midday Supervisor/Playworker

7.5 hours per week (1.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday 11.45 to 1.15 pm)

Term time only

Grade 2, point 3

Pro-rated salary £4,813

(Full time equivalent - £25,614)

Start date: ASAP

An opportunity to work at Farnsfield St Michael’s C of E Primary School who caters for approximately 280 children between the ages of 4 and 11 situated in the small village of Farnsfield.

The Governors wish to appoint a Midday Supervisor/ Playworker to join their current team of lunchtime support staff, who will be responsible for the supervision of children on the school premises throughout the midday break both in the dining room and around the school. They will also work with the children to promote positive playtimes by teaching them new games and rules for games, encouraging them to demonstrate to each other how to play and interact.

The successful candidate will be a responsible and caring adult who is committed to supporting and contributing to the school ethos of love to learn, learn to love and the values of Happiness, Respect, Forgiveness, Responsibility, Honesty, Acceptance and Perseverance. The position is permanent and part time.

Applicants should apply via the MyNewTerm website and follow the guidance notes provided. For further information please contact hr@mitretrust.org.uk

Closing date for applications is midday on Monday 2nd November 2026 unless we receive a suitable applicant in advance of that date in which case we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 4th November 2026

Minster Trust for Education is a multi-academy trust of 14 primary and secondary schools which has at its core a collaborative model of leadership and a belief in sharing expertise while unerringly pursuing the best education for its pupils. Together we help every child to flourish, opening doors to fulfilling futures.

The Trust is founded on 5 key principles that apply to pupils, students and employees alike. They are:

Integrity - we do the right thing

Wisdom - we think deeply

Kindness - we care about each other

Collaboration - we are better together

Service - we pursue the greater good.

We seek to employ people who not only demonstrate these values but are also invested in our mission and truly wish to make a difference through their contribution, whatever the specific role.

MITRE is committed to safeguarding children and the promotion of equal opportunities for staff and students. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check via the DBS.

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 school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Farnsfield St Michael's Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 302 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Farnsfield St Michael's Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/farnsfield-st-michael-s-church-of-england-primary-school

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