Mid-day Supervisory Assistant

Brighton & Hove City Council; Portslade by Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Portslade by Sea is seeking a Midday Supervisory Assistant for St Nicolas C.E. Primary School. The successful candidate will supervise children during lunchtime, ensuring safety and encouraging positive behavior. Working hours are Monday to Friday, totaling 5 hours and 50 minutes per week. The role is perfect for someone caring and reliable, and offers the opportunity to work in a supportive school environment. Interested candidates should contact the School Office for further details and application forms.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children and able to supervise safely.
• Encourages positive behavior and supports inclusive play.
• Administers basic first aid when required, training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall and playground.
• Ensure children are safe, happy, and well cared for.
• Encourage positive behavior and inclusive play.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Reliability

Caring nature

Ability to work in a team

Patience

Job description

• Contract Term Time - Permanent
• Closing Date Apply by 5 January 2026

Location

St Nicolas C.E Primary School, Locks Hill, Portslade, East Sussex

Job Summary

• Positions available 1

Working hours

• 5 hours and 50 minutes
• Closing date 5 January 2026

Job category

• Support Staff - Education

Organisation

• Brighton & Hove City Council

Directorate

• BHCC: External

Job introduction

St Nicolas C.E. Primary School are looking to appoint a friendly, reliable and caring Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our supportive school team.

Monday to Friday, 1 hour 10 minutes per day, 5 hours 50 minutes per week. 12:00 – 13:10.

Paid weeks per year:43.89(inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date:ASAP or 02/02/2026 – Upon satisfactory return of required checks

About the role

The successful candidate will help supervise pupils during the lunchtime period, both in the dining hall and on the playground, ensuring children are safe, happy and well cared for. Responsibilities will include encouraging positive behaviour, supporting inclusive play, and administering basic first aid when required (training can be provided if necessary).

This role would suit someone who enjoys working with children, is patient and calm, and able to work well as part of a team.

If you are interested, please contact the School Office for more details and an application form.

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.