Midday Supervisor

St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School, Leicester, LE9 7AE

10 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  12 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  2 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: £2,888.00 - £2,910.00 Annually (Actual)

Midday Supervisor job summary

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.

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 St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 140 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-simon-and-st-jude-cofe-primary-school

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