Midday Supervisory Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, reliable, and proactive Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our team and help ensure a safe, happy, and inclusive lunchtime experience for all pupils.
As an MSA, you will supervise pupils during lunch breaks in the dining hall and playground, support positive play, encourage good manners, and help maintain a calm and friendly atmosphere.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, is observant, and can respond confidently to situations as they arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunchtimes in the dining hall, classrooms, and outdoor play areas
• Support children in developing positive social skills and friendships through safe play
• Encourage healthy eating habits and assist younger pupils with meals when necessary
• Monitor behaviour and intervene where appropriate, following school policies
• Provide basic first aid where required (training can be provided)
• Communicate with teaching staff if concerns arise

We're Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Patient, friendly, and enthusiastic
• Reliable and punctual
• Confident in engaging with children aged [insert age range]
• A good team player
• Willing to undertake training (e.g. safeguarding, first aid)

We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Training and development opportunities
• A chance to make a real difference to children's daily experiences

Apply now to be considered for this rewarding and impactful role.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Horizon Teachers, part of Operam Education Group.