At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a fun and safe lunchtime environment for children.
- Company: St Gildas Catholic Primary School, a supportive community-focused school.
- Benefits: Enjoy a collaborative team, training opportunities, and a strong sense of community.
- Other info: Part-time role during term time with a focus on child wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling role.
- Qualifications: Energetic, patient, and caring individuals who can build relationships with pupils.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Midday Supervisory Assistant, Full Set-up and Clearing - St Gildas Catholic Primary School, Yeovil
Salary: Grade 16 Scale point 2 - £4,638.47 (actual)
Hours: 7.90 per week, 11.50am-1.25pm, Monday – Friday
Start date: 1st September 2026
Contract: Permanent, Term time only
Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Creates a calm, safe and enjoyable lunchtime environment for all children
- Is a positive role model and promotes good behaviour and respect
- Builds warm, supportive relationships with pupils
- Encourages positive play and social interaction
- Is attentive, caring and able to respond to children’s needs
- Works well as part of a team and contributes to school life
- Brings energy, patience and kindness to the role
- Believes every child should feel valued, happy and included
Benefits
- Children who are enthusiastic, kind and eager to learn
- A genuinely supportive and collaborative staff team
- A school where wellbeing and professional trust are valued
- Opportunities for training, development and growing your expertise
- A strong sense of community where every member is known and valued
Application Details
Closing date: 9am, Monday 31st August 2026 (closing sooner if position filled)
Interview date: TBC
Please note applications may be reviewed on receipt, and we may close the role early.
Safeguarding & EEO
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.
Midday Supervisory Assistant, including Full Set-up and Clearing in Yeovil employer: St Gildas Catholic Primary School
St Gildas Catholic Primary School in Yeovil is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing environment where every staff member is valued and supported. With a strong emphasis on wellbeing and professional development, the school fosters a collaborative culture that encourages growth and positive relationships among both staff and pupils. Join a community dedicated to creating a safe and enjoyable lunchtime experience for children, where your contributions truly make a difference.
Contact Details:
St Gildas Catholic Primary School Recruitment Team
