Mid-Day Play Supervisor

This position is based at Meltham Moor Primary School, Birmingham Lane, Meltham, Holmfirth. HD9 5LH. Salary: Band B (NJC 3) Actual Salary: £2,821. Contract: Permanent, term time only. Hours: 5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 12.00noon to 1.00pm. Closing Date: Monday 1st June 2026 at 9am. Start Date: 2nd September 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. We are looking for a friendly, flexible and caring person to join our school, organising and supervising play for our pupils on the school premises at lunchtime. We would like you to: Be proactive at promoting positive play for a calm and purposeful playtime Be positive, with high expectations for children and their behaviour. Have a passion for children’s learning and is committed to the safeguarding of all our children. Be professional and hard working. Have good verbal communication skills in order to liaise with children and other staff members. Have a ‘can do’ mentality and be able to embrace change. What the role involves in a nutshell: Organising games and activities to support pupils indoor & outdoor play. Interacting with pupils to ensure a calm and purposeful playtime. Setting up/clearing the dining hall. Supervising the pupils in the dining hall. Working alongside the kitchen staff. What you’ll get in return? You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term! In addition to this you will benefit from: Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pension Fund. A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team. Staff development through proactive personal and professional development. Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our play. Free Parking. Cycle to Work scheme. Additional holidays linked to service.