Midday Supervisory Assistant

Kirby Hill Church of England (VC) Primary School, York, North Yorkshire, YO51 9DS

4 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  13 July 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 5 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Hourly rate: £12.60 per hour

What skills and experience we're looking for

Keeping our children safe and happy is essential. Kirby Hill C of E Primary School are looking to appoint a hardworking Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our ambitious and supportive staff team, starting in September.

Monday – Friday 11.45am - 12.45pm (5 hrs/week) TTO

MSAs work alongside members of the staff team to secure a caring and safe environment for pupils during the midday break.

We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Midday Supervisory Assistant to the staffteam who will help secure a caring and safe environment for pupils during their lunch hour whilst ensuring high levels of hygiene are maintained at all times.

If you share our belief in supporting every child to achieve their full potential and enjoy working aspart of a dedicated and caring team, we would love to hear from you.

Job Description:

As a Midday Supervisory Assistant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a positive and secureenvironment for children during their lunch break. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Supervising children during lunch both indoors and outdoors

• Monitoring pupil behaviour to ensure a safe and respectful environment.

• Assisting children with their lunch needs and promoting good table manners.

• Organising and facilitating playground activities.

• Providing first aid assistance when necessary.

• Reporting any incidents or concerns to the appropriate school staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and engage with children during lunchtime and .

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children.

• Encourage positive behaviour and conflict resolution.

• Support children in following school rules and procedures.

• Assist in the setup and clean up of lunch areas.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children, preferably in a school setting.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations.

• Basic first aid knowledge is a plus.

• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.

What the school offers its staff

Kirby Hill C of E Primary is a welcoming and vibrant village school with a strong sense of community. Rooted in our Christian values and our vision - Anything is possible for one who believes - we are committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. We believe that if you can believe it, you can achieve it, and our dedicated staff work together to create a happy, purposeful, and engaging learning experience for all.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment.

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on children’ lives.

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

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to admin@kirbyhill.n-yorks.sch.uk

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Kirby Hill Church of England (VC) Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 120 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Kirby Hill Church of England (VC) Primary School website
• Email address: admin@kirbyhill.n-yorks.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kirby-hill-church-of-england-vc-primary-school

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