Mill Hill Nursery School - Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Job Title

Job Title: Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Contract type:
Permanent. Working pattern: 10 hours per week during term time. Salary:
Grade 1 (£24,796 - £25,185) pro rata. Closing Date: 13 February 2026.

• Supervise children during lunchtime break in the dining room.
• Help supervise and engage children in activities while they play in the environment.
• Work as part of a team responsible for securing safety, welfare and good conduct of children during lunchtime break.
• Listen and respond appropriately to children’s needs and follow instructions from school staff.

• Successfully completed an enhanced DBS disclosure.
• Pre‑occupational health check completed.
• Association declaration recently disqualified by association or similar exclusion check.
• Compliance with data protection principles and council policies:
  Freedom of Information Act 2000, Equal Opportunities Code of Conduct, Child Protection Policy, Health and Safety rules.
• Awarded a Grade 1 permanent qualification within the school support role.

• Half‑price childcare costs for staff using the council schools.
• Professional progress ensured with experienced staff sharing knowledge.
• Opportunity to work alongside professional bodies and consultants.
• Supportive environment and caring culture.
• Full commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

All staff and volunteers must share the council’s commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children and young people. Applications will undergo an enhanced DBS check and a pre‑occupational health check. The successful applicant will comply with data protection principles, the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the council’s Equal Opportunities Policy Code of Conduct, Child Protection Policy and health and safety rules.

Application forms and further information can be requested by emailing emma.will
. Completed applications should be returned via email or submitted to Houghton Community Nursery.