At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and support pupils during lunchtime, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Company: Lift Columbus, a thriving special school dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Comprehensive training, generous benefits, and lifestyle perks like gym discounts.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a dynamic environment with flexible working options.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Caring attitude and proactive approach to student wellbeing.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Posted on: 23/06/2026 – Application Deadline: 07/07/2026
Permanent, Part Time 10 hours per week (Monday to Friday 12pm - 2pm), 39 weeks per year
Immediate Start
Make a real difference during lunchtimes at Lift Columbus! We are looking for a caring and proactive Midday Supervisor to join our team and help ensure our pupils have a safe, positive and enjoyable lunchtime experience. You will play an important role in supporting student wellbeing, encouraging positive interactions and helping create a calm and inclusive environment during breaktimes. Working as part of a supportive team, you will help pupils feel safe, engaged and ready to return to learning, contributing to our mission that every child receives an excellent education, every day.
About Lift Columbus
Lift Columbus is a thriving special school and college based across two campuses in Chelmsford, providing education for pupils aged 3–19 with a range of complex learning needs including PMLD, SLD and ASD. Our specialist facilities and highly skilled staff create a nurturing environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential. School visits are welcome.
To arrange a visit, please contact Brooke Carr at bcarr@liftcolumbus.org or Sarah Whittaker-Axon at swhittakeraxon@liftcolumbus.org
Closing date: 6th July 2026
We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child – in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:
- Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
- Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Midday Supervisor in Chelmsford employer: SIR HERBERT LEON ACADEMY
Lift Columbus is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for both pupils and staff. With comprehensive training opportunities, generous benefits, and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we empower our team to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students. Located in Chelmsford, our diverse network of schools values every individual's contribution, ensuring that you feel supported and appreciated as you help create a positive lunchtime experience for our pupils.
