Casual Midday Supervisor

We are seeking seeking enthusiastic and caring Midday Supervisors to join our friendly lunchtime team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support our pupils during one of the most important parts of their day, helping to create a safe, happy and enjoyable lunchtime environment where every child can thrive. Whether supporting children in the dining hall, encouraging positive play on the playground, or helping pupils develop their confidence and independence, you will play a vital role in ensuring our children feel valued, safe and supported. You will receive an hourly rate of £13.31 on Band 1, SCP 3. As a Midday Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise pupils and school premises during the lunchtime break.
• Support children whilst they eat their lunch.
• Encourage positive behaviour, cooperation and inclusion.
• Promote pupils' independence and wellbeing.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of all children.
• Help create a fun, welcoming and inclusive lunchtime experience.
• Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated and supportive team. We are looking for someone who:
• Enjoys working with children.
• Is a confident communicator with a friendly and approachable manner.
• Can use their initiative and respond sensitively to pupils' needs.
• Is reliable, enthusiastic and committed to children's wellbeing.
• Can work effectively as part of a team. No two lunchtimes are ever the same, so this role is ideal for someone who is energetic, caring and enjoys helping children flourish.

About us

Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy is a Primary school and is located in Newark, Nottinghamshire . We are an Ofsted-rated 'Good' school. We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 35 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

We have fantastic benefits including:

• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff with generous employer contributions.
• Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
• Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
• A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise. Closing Date: Friday 20 November 2026 at 9.00am

Visits are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself, and we encourage you to talk to us to learn more about the role. Please contact Julia Summers on Head@holytrinity.notts.sch.ukto arrange a visit or to discuss the role further. You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools. Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.