18 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    20 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    2 November 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Other support role

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time: 1 hour a day, Monday to Friday (12-1pm)

Contract type

Fixed term - One Year

Pay scale

Scale 2

What skills and experience we're looking for

Stanhope Primary School is seeking confident, positive and approachable Senior Midday Supervisory Assistants (SMSAs) to join our dedicated school team.

We are a forward-thinking, ambitious and inclusive school, proud of our wonderful children, supportive staff and vibrant community. We believe lunchtime is a crucial part of the school day where children should feel safe, happy and inspired to play, learn and thrive.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real, daily difference to our children’s health, safety and lunchtime experience.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is confident, kind and approachable, building positive, supportive relationships with all pupils.

  • Has high expectations for behaviour and safety, maintaining safe, respectful and structured play environments.

  • Is energetic, fun and proactive, actively engaging children in inclusive games and positive outdoor play.

  • Stays calm and patient, handling pupil interactions with fairness, consistency and care.

  • Is a reliable team player, working seamlessly with staff to uphold school policies, first aid and safeguarding procedures.

  • Places children at the heart of everything they do, ensuring their safety and well-being comes first every day.

Above all, we want individuals who bring warmth, enthusiasm and a commitment to helping our pupils thrive.


What the school offers its staff

In return, we offer a welcoming and supportive school community, wonderful children and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on our school day.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to contact the school office to learn more about the role.

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

Stanhope Primary School in whole-heartedly committed to robust and thorough safeguarding practice and to promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff, volunteers and potential candidates to share this commitment.

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Stanhope Primary School

Organisation type
Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
360 pupils enrolled
Age range
2 to 11
Ofsted report
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Primary School

School location

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