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Job Introduction
Midday Supervisory Assistant (1:1 support)
Hours: 11:30am - 1:00pm, Monday to Friday
Grade: Grade 3 FTE £25,613.72 (£13.28 per hour)
Contract: Term-time only
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 15/10/2026
About the Role
Banister Primary School is seeking to appoint a reliable, caring and enthusiastic Midday Supervisory Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil during the lunchtime period.
As a Midday Supervisory Assistant, you will play an important role in ensuring the pupil has a safe, positive and enjoyable lunchtime experience. You will support the child during mealtimes, encourage positive behaviour and social interaction, and help create a calm and inclusive environment where they can thrive.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working with children, has a patient and nurturing approach, and is passionate about supporting pupils' wellbeing and development.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 supervision and support for a named pupil during lunchtime.
- Support the pupil with meals and lunchtime routines.
- Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and inclusive play.
- Help maintain a safe, calm and well-structured environment.
- Support the pupil's emotional, social and personal development.
- Respond appropriately to minor incidents and report any concerns in line with school procedures.
- Follow the school's safeguarding, behaviour and health and safety policies at all times.
- When required, undertake general lunchtime supervisory duties across the school in support of the wider Midday Supervisory Assistant team.
- Undertake additional duties and responsibilities as required to support the effective operation of the lunchtime provision.
We're Looking For Someone Who:
- Has a calm, patient and caring approach.
- Enjoys working with children and supporting their development.
- Has previous experience working with children (desirable but not essential).
- Has experience of supporting children with additional needs or SEND (desirable).
- Demonstrates confidence in supporting positive behaviour.
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is reliable, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Has a positive attitude towards working within a school environment.
We Can Offer
- A welcoming and supportive team.
- A friendly and inclusive school community.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's school experience.
- A rewarding role supporting children's wellbeing and development.
Safeguarding Statement
Banister Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other safer recruitment checks.
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Job Introduction
KS1/EYFS Learning support Assistant
GRADE: Grade 6
Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
Contract Details: £20,068 per annum (based on a 39-week term time contract working 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Salary: £20,068 per annum
Closing Date: 16/10/2026
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To assist teachers in providing a learning environment that enables all children to access the curriculum and learn to the best of their ability. To work with and support children with a variety of academic, physical and emotional/behavioural needs on a class, group or individual basis.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- To work with individuals or groups of children, as directed by the class teacher and/or SENCo, to support subjects and learning across the whole curriculum (according to the requirements of the school, this may include the supervision of a classroom for periods of time);
- To establish supportive, caring and secure relationships with the child/ children, promoting respect, self-esteem and a positive, inclusive whole school ethos;
- To develop knowledge and understanding of specific academic, physical and emotional/behavioural needs of individuals and groups of children and respond to them effectively;
- To assist the class teacher/SENCo with the planning, development and delivery of suitable programmes of work for pupils (i.e. Individual Education Plans), including those with specific learning needs and/or a statement of Special Educational Needs;
- To support class teachers to design, create and produce learning activities, materials and resources to support aspects of the curriculum or particular learning outcomes, and to assist and support the children in using them;
- To help, support and motivate the children, clarifying instructions, encouraging independent learning and behaviour and enabling learning targets and outcomes to be achieved;
- To contribute to monitoring and recording pupils’ progress, maintaining records and providing relevant feedback to teachers;
- To provide welfare support to the children, including administering First Aid (dependent on training) and attending to personal hygiene and identified medical needs as required;
- As directed by the Class Teacher or SENCO, to liaise with outside agencies, where appropriate, in respect of individual children;
- To assist with general school duties. These may include:
- Setting up classrooms, preparing resources and displays and tidying and clearing away.
- Supervision of children during playtimes.
- Supervision of children entering and leaving school premises.
Supporting the school
At an appropriate level, according to the job role, grade and training received, all employees in the school are expected to:
- Support the aims, values, mission and ethos of the school and participate in a team approach to all aspects of school life.
- Attend and contribute to staff meetings and INSET days as required and identify areas of personal practice and experience to develop.
- Take appropriate responsibility for safeguarding and children’s welfare and be aware of confidential issues linked to home/child/teacher/school and keep confidences appropriately.
- Be aware of health and safety issues and act in accordance with the school’s Health and Safety Policy.
OTHER DUTIES
The post holder may be expected to carry out duties other than those given in the job description where the level of responsibility is similar and he/she has appropriate qualifications or receives appropriate training to carry out these duties.
Safeguarding Statement
Banister Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other safer recruitment checks.