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Midday Supervisory Assistant

Spetisbury CofE Primary School · Blandford Forum · Dorset

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a committed, efficient Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our successful team as soon as possible to work XXX hours per week, XXX am - XXX pm daily, term time only.

The key purpose of the job is to:

  • Safeguard children during the lunchtime period
  • Clearing and tidying away after lunch
  • Distributing lunches to children
  • Encouraging positive play and interaction among the children

You should:

  • Be able to build a strong and appropriate rapport with children;
  • Demonstrate the aptitude to work as part of a successful team;
  • Have effective communication skills;
  • Be able to support children in their play, while maintaining the children's safety and following the school's behaviour guidelines;
  • Be able to demonstrate good food hygiene practices and follow the school health and safety policies

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all. If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.

When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

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

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

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About this school

Spetisbury CofE Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–11

Not rated
Pupils
184
Avg teacher salary
£41,635
Pupil:teacher ratio
20.9:1
Academy trust
DIOCESE OF SALISBURY ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9DF

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Salary
£12.85 - £13.05 Hourly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
22 October 2026
Closing date
6 November 2026

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