At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise children during lunchtime, ensuring safety and encouraging healthy eating.
- Company: Greave Primary School, a caring and supportive environment for children.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, competitive salary, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Flexible role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team and help shape young minds in a fun setting.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for working with children.
Greave Primary School, Werneth Road, Woodley, Stockport, SK6 1HR
Midday Assistant Scale 1 Point 3 (£24,796 pro rata, actual salary £5,732.13)
10 Hours, Part Time (11:30am - 1:30pm Monday to Friday) Term Time Only Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Application Deadline: 26th June 2026 11:59pm
Interview Date: 2nd July 2026
Your Role
- Supervision of children in the playground
- Encouraging the children to eat their meal in the dining hall
- Ensuring that hygiene standards are met
- Working as a team
- Ability to work calmly with any incidents which may arise, including basic first aid
About You
The role requires strong organisational skills to manage playground games and the ability to build positive relationships with children and adults. A basic understanding of child development, safeguarding, health and safety, and first aid is essential. You should effectively manage pupil behaviour, demonstrate a caring and professional attitude, and maintain confidentiality. You must be able to work independently or as part of a team, using initiative when needed. Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility are important, along with a willingness to take on additional duties. Previous experience working with children is desirable.
About Our School
Here at Greave, we have a hugely talented and committed team of staff to ensure that our curriculum, teaching, learning, care and support meets the different needs of every young person. We aim to provide a secure, happy and stimulating environment where everyone is valued and encouraged to do their best at all times to reach their full potential. We are a respectful and supportive school where children have opportunities to make good choices which will develop their skills for lifelong learning.
Application Instructions
Please send completed application forms to headteacher@greave.stockport.sch.uk outlining your experience and ideas to develop the role within school.
EEO Statement
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.
Pre‑Employment Clearances
The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please provide the contact details of 2 referees.
Lunchtime Play Supervisor - Part-Time (Term Time) employer: Greave Primary
Greave Primary School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its students and staff. With a supportive work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to creating a nurturing environment, our team is dedicated to fostering positive relationships and ensuring every child reaches their full potential. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while enjoying the benefits of working in a collaborative and caring community.
