Old Hill Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school, committed to supporting every pupil to achieve their full potential. We are looking to appoint a confident and committed Principal Supervisory Assistant to lead the delivery of high-quality OPAL provision during lunchtimes. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing a rich, engaging and inclusive play environment where all pupils can thrive. The role involves working closely with an existing member of staff to ensure playtimes are well-organised, purposeful and enjoyable for all. Start date: ASAP Working pattern: 11:45am – 1:45pm daily (OPAL play runs until approximately 1:15pm, with additional time for set-up, pack-down and team support), plus 1 hour per week for planning and feedback Reporting to: Headteacher You will: Work in partnership with an existing member of staff to lead OPAL play provision across the school Lead the delivery of high-quality, child-led play opportunities during lunchtime Support and guide the play team to ensure consistency and positive interactions Promote a calm, structured and inclusive play environment Ensure all staff are actively facilitating play and following agreed expectations Organise, maintain and develop a wide range of engaging play resources Support pupils’ social, emotional and behavioural development through play Work with pupils to develop and improve play provision Contribute to planning and delivering play initiatives and events Ensure safeguarding, behaviour and health and safety procedures are consistently followed You will work in partnership with an existing member of staff to lead play provision across the school A dedicated weekly planning and feedback session is built in to ensure consistency, organisation and ongoing development of play. We are looking for someone who: Has experience working with children in a school or play setting Is confident working with and supporting other adults Has strong interpersonal skills and can build positive working relationships Is able to guide and support colleagues to ensure consistency Is organised, proactive and able to use initiative Is calm, positive and solution-focused Is passionate about the role of play in children’s development Has a sense of humour We welcome applications from applicants who hold a level 3 qualification in Teaching and Learning. We offer: A friendly, supportive environment Experienced, intelligent and approachable colleagues The opportunity to be part of an exciting OPAL development A real opportunity to shape and improve play provision across the school A positive work-life balance We’re a small, one-form entry school with a welcoming staff team. Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school so that you can get a sense of what we’re like. Please contact our Business Manager, Kylie Raybould, on 01384 569213 to make an appointment Old Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Application packs are available to download and should be sent by email to kraybould@oldhillprimaryschool.com CV’S ARE NOT ACCEPTED. Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school so that you can get a sense of what we’re like. Please ring the school office on 01384 569213 to arrange a visit - we would be delighted to show you around. We reserve the right to close the vacancy before the advertised date if a large number of applications have been received. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) clearance is required for this role. We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox incase any correspondence has been delivered there. Online Search An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. Please return application forms either by email or post. Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website - https://www.oldhillprimaryschool.com HOURS: 11 Hours per week (10 hours operational 1 hour dedicated planning and coordination time), Term-Time Only GRADE: Grade D, SCP 9 - 17, 17 £27,254 - £31,022 p.a. - (Pro-Rata salary is £7,074-£8,265 p.a.) LOCATION: Old Hill Primary School Lawrence Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands B64 6DR CLOSING DATE: Friday 8th May 2026 @12 Noon SHORT LISTING DATE: Monday 11th May 2026 INTERVIEW DATE: Monday 18th May 2026