Midday Supervisor

Havering Education Services; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 5,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Northfleet is seeking a Midday Supervisor to ensure the safety and well-being of pupils during lunchtime. The successful candidate will work 7.5 hours per week, promoting positive play and managing pupil behavior. This role requires enthusiasm, excellent communication skills, and a current DBS check. The institution values a supportive environment and is dedicated to safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

Welcoming atmosphere

Professional development

Supportive staff

Qualifications

• Highly motivated with outstanding skills to work with children.
• Current DBS and appropriate training for health & safety, security, and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Transition pupils from class to the dining hall and back.
• Supervise and support pupils while they eat.
• Promote and supervise positive play and pupil relationships.
• Ensure health, safety, and give basic first aid.
• Manage pupil discipline and behavior.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Communication skills

Child supervision

Job description

Midday Supervisor – Scargill Junior School

• Employer: Scargill Junior School – part of the Hornchurch Academy Trust
• Reference: SCH/26/328922
• Position: Midday Supervisor
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: 7.5 hours per week (12:00pm – 1:30pm, Monday to Friday) x 38 weeks per year
• Salary: £4,997 p.a. (based on a full‑time salary of £28,617 p.a.)
• Location: Scargill Junior School, Hornchurch Academy Trust
• Contact: Tel: [phone] | Email: [e-mail] | Web: www.scargill-jun.havering.sch.uk
• Closing Date: 26 January 2026 at 12:00

Responsibilities

• Transition pupils from class to the dining hall and/or playground (and other designated areas during wet play) and back to class at the end of lunch.
• Supervise and support pupils while they eat.
• Promote and supervise positive and active play and pupil relationships.
• Ensure health, safety, security and give basic first aid (after relevant training).
• Manage pupil discipline and behaviour management.

Requirements

• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and with outstanding skills to work with children.
• Outstanding communication with pupils and staff.
• Current DBS and appropriate training for health & safety, security and first aid.

Benefits

• A welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
• Continuing professional development as a high priority.
• Supportive staff, parents and governors who contribute to a positive learning environment.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff share this commitment and are responsible for protecting pupils from abuse. The Trust complies with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. All potential employees undergo thorough vetting, DBS checks and a self‑declaration of criminal record prior to interview.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 – this post is exempt from the Act. The successful applicant must undertake a satisfactory disclosure; a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a candidate.

Equal Opportunities

Hornchurch Academy Trust promotes equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need, regardless of gender, race, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or union activity.

How to apply

Please visit https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com and submit your application by clicking the ‘Apply Online’ link.