About this role
Midday Supervisory Assistant - St Louis Catholic Primary School
Salary: £24,413 FTE (actual salary for part-time, term-time working £4,435)
Hours: 5.42 hours per week, 12.10pm - 1.15pm Monday-Friday
To start 7th September 2026 (Fixed term contract ending 31st August 2027), Term time only
‘There is a strong sense of an inclusive, supportive community where all are welcomed. Relationships are strong and staff are positive role models leading to pupils feeling secure and knowing they are cared for. Pupils with specific needs are cared for sensitively with staff showing a real commitment to the most vulnerable.’ CSI, 2024
St Louis Catholic Primary School is a caring, friendly, and ambitious school where happy children develop a genuine love of learning. Guided by our shared values - to love, wonder and achieve together - we nurture independent thinkers and lifelong learners. Our pupils grow in confidence, show respect for others, and are ready to for their role as citizens within our community.
We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Midday Supervisory Assistant who will play a vital role in supporting our pupils during lunchtime, helping to ensure a safe, positive and inclusive environment. You will be an important part of our supportive, welcoming and values-driven school community.
We are looking for someone who:
Creates a calm, safe and enjoyable lunchtime environment for all childrenIs a positive role model and promotes good behaviour and respectBuilds warm, supportive relationships with pupilsEncourages positive play and social interactionIs attentive, caring and able to respond to children’s needsWorks well as part of a team and contributes to school lifeBrings energy, patience and kindness to the roleBelieves every child should feel valued, happy and included
At our school, you will find:
Children who are enthusiastic, kind and eager to learnA supportive and collaborative staff teamA school where wellbeing and professional trust are valuedOpportunities for training, development and growing your expertiseA strong sense of community where every member is known and valued
St Louis Catholic Primary School is proud to be part of The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, offering excellent professional development and collaboration across a family of schools throughout the South West.
If you are someone who believes that the little moments matter and know the value of relationships that help children grow in confidence and character - we would truly love to hear from you.
We welcome and encourage visits from prospective applicants. Please contact our School Office Team on 01373 463728 or send an email to [email protected] to arrange a visit. For more information about our application process, please contact [email protected].
Closing date: 9am 19th June
Interview date: TBC
Please note applications may be reviewed on receipt and we may close the role early.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
If successfully shortlisted the HR Department will also be conducting an individual online search including social media platforms of your ‘name, education and employment’, to demonstrate due diligence following ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance. The search will not form part of the actual shortlisting process and any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.