Midday Supervisor

Job Title: Midday Supervisor E-ACT Pathways Academy | Respect, Determination, Opportunity, Success E-ACT Pathways Academy is built on the principles of respect, determination, opportunity, and success. With a focus on providing equal opportunities and fostering a culture of perseverance, we empower our students to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. Join our community committed to unlocking potential: https://pathwaysacademy.e-act.org.uk Want to make a difference to young people? Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence? Are you passionate about supporting young people and creating a positive school environment? We are seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisor to join our friendly team at E-ACT Pathways Academy . This rewarding role is vital in ensuring the safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour of our pupils during the lunchtime period. You will supervise pupils in dining areas, playgrounds and around the school site, encouraging positive play, good manners and respectful interactions. Working closely with teaching staff, support staff and fellow midday supervisors, you will help create a safe, inclusive and enjoyable lunchtime experience for all. Key responsibilities: - Supervise pupils during the lunchtime period, ensuring their safety, welfare and wellbeing at all times. - Promote positive behaviour, good manners and respectful interactions in line with the academy's expectations. - Monitor dining areas, playgrounds and other school spaces, maintaining a safe and orderly environment. - Encourage inclusive and positive play activities, supporting pupils to engage appropriately with others. - Work collaboratively with teaching staff, support staff and fellow midday supervisors to provide effective supervision and support for pupils. Pay range: SCP4 - £4,820.53 - FTE: £26,016.00 - 8 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. Qualifications and Skills: - Good standard of literacy and numeracy (GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths desirable). - Experience of working with children or young people in a school, childcare or community setting is desirable. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. - Ability to promote positive behaviour, manage minor incidents calmly and act as a positive role model. - Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team while maintaining high standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare What are we about? Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk Benefits: Financial and Lifestyle We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. Professional Growth and Development We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. Culture and Wellbeing Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information. How to apply: Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.