We are seeking to appoint a Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our caring and committed school team. This is an important role supporting the safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour of our pupils during the lunchtime period. The role is Monday to Friday, term time only from 11:30am to 1:15pm. About The Role As a Midday Supervisory Assistant, you will be responsible for supervising pupils during the midday break, both in the dining hall and, at times, outdoors. You will help ensure that lunchtime is a safe, calm and happy experience for all children, promoting positive behaviour in line with the school’s policies and Christian ethos. The role also includes supporting pupils during meals, assisting with basic cleaning and clearing duties in dining areas, and responding appropriately to minor accidents or incidents. Key responsibilities supervise pupils during the midday break, ensuring their safety, welfare and good conduct support pupils in the dining hall, including moving to and from dining areas assist pupils with meals where necessary (e.g. trays, cutlery, drinks) maintain good order and behaviour during lunchtime assist with clearing tables, wiping surfaces and dealing with spillages carry out minor first aid and report accidents or incidents appropriately supervise pupils on the playground or external areas when required work closely with other staff and fully comply with safeguarding procedures The ideal candidate We Are Looking For Someone Who Is caring, patient and able to build positive relationships with children calm and confident in responding to challenging behaviour organised, flexible and reliable able to work independently and as part of a team committed to upholding the Christian ethos of St Andrew’s enthusiastic, resilient and self-motivated No formal qualifications or previous experience are required, as training can be provided. Experience of working with children or in a school setting would be an advantage. We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all. If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process. When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted. All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.