Job Description

Midday Supervisor

The Linden Academy are currently recruiting for a Midday Supervisor to support the Head of School, SLT and Safeguarding/Behaviour Manager during lunchtimes to ensure the smooth running of the canteen meals, packed lunches and the supervision of children at play.

We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic and energetic team player who's passionate about supporting the pupils through active and engaging lunch times, and who will be a valuable asset to the school organisation.

If you are looking to work with children in a fun and engaging way, come and join us at The Linden Academy!

Key Duties

Developing, planning and organising play activities for children to help them to develop socially and emotionally. To support and monitor pupils at play and encourage safe behaviour. To engage in activities and encourage children to play within lunchtimes To assist in the lunchtime supervision of pupils to ensure that meals are completed on time in a safe and hygienic setting Supporting and encouraging pupils to follow good hygiene practice and manners Work to academy policies to maintain a safe environment for pupils and other staff

The successful candidate will

Have excellent communication skills and be able to liaise with all staff and children Be empathetic and make good working relationships with children Adhere to all school policies and safeguarding Understanding knowledge and commitment to Equality and Diversity

JOB SPECIFICS

Start Date:

5th January 2026

Salary:

AS 1-2 FTE 24,534-24,723 Actual pro rata salary 5,034 -5,073

Contract:

Permanent, Part-time, Term-time + INSET days, 39 weeks per year, 8.75 hours per week, Monday - Friday 11:35am to 1:20pm

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date.

Safeguarding

We believe in the safeguarding and welfare of children and expect all staff to share this view'.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.

The Department for Education (DfE) has set out statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' for schools and colleges on safeguarding.

Safeguarding is defined in paragraph 4 as:

"Protecting children from maltreatment; preventing impairment of children's health or development; ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care; and taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes."

The definition of 'children' includes everyone under the age of 18.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,534.00-24,723.00 per year

Expected hours: 8.75 per week

Work Location: In person