Job Title: Midday Supervisor

E-ACT Ilminster Academy | Enjoy, success, respect, community, responsibility and compassion 

At Ilminster Avenue E-ACT Academy, we prioritize enjoyment, success, respect, community, responsibility, and compassion. With a focus on holistic development, we empower students to excel academically while also fostering a sense of belonging and compassion for others.  

Join our inclusive and supportive community: https://ilminsteravenueacademy.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? 

We are looking for a friendly, reliable Midday Supervisor to join E-ACT Ilminster Academy. You’ll support our pupils during lunch, helping to create a safe, positive and enjoyable environment. If you enjoy working with children and making a real difference each day, we’d love you to join our team. 

Key responsibilities: 

•  Supervise pupils during lunchtime, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Support positive behaviour and encourage good social interactions.
• Assist with organising play activities and promoting active, inclusive play.
• Manage dining areas, helping pupils with routines and expectations.
• Address minor issues or concerns and report to relevant staff when needed.

Pay range: SCP2 - £3,534.01 - FTE: £24,413.00 - 6.25 hours per week - 38 weeks - Fixed Term -  22.07.2026 

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Friendly, approachable manner with a passion for supporting children
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility
• Ability to supervise groups of pupils and maintain positive behaviour
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stay calm, fair, and consistent when managing situations
• Basic understanding of safeguarding and willingness to undertake training 

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 national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also 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, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 38 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.