Midday Supervisory Assistant

Pathfinder Academy – Douglas Bader Academy

·       10 hours per week

·       Term time only

·      Salary – MRS Scale B Point 3 actual salary £5,592 (Full time annual salary £24,796)

·       Interview Date: 30/06/2026

Unity Education Trust seeks to appoint a calm and reliable adult with strong communication skills who would like the opportunity to support children for 2 hours each day as a Midday Supervisor at UET Pathfinder Douglas Bader Academy. Midday supervisors support the children by serving their lunches, supervising play inside or outside and clearing away food safely – The position is based solely at Douglas Bader.

Pathfinder Schools specialise in catering for various students in an all-through school environment which include children classed as missing education and those permanently excluded from mainstream schools. As such, pupils are aged between 5 and 16 and mostly have significant and challenging social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

This role requires a firm but fair approach to communicate effectively and appropriately with the young people. Although supporting these pupils can be challenging, the rewards are immense as we see them develop and succeed in their education supported in a safe setting focused on positive relationships. If you have the experience and resilience to deal with the challenges you will face, apply today, we would love to hear from you.

​​​​​​​If you would like an informal chat about this exciting role, please contact Soumaya Selmi at sselmi@dba.unity-ed.uk for an informal friendly chat. We also welcome visits so feel free to contact us to arrange a tour to find out more!

How to apply

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No CVs accepted – Please complete an official application form if you wish to be considered for this role.

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We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or age. We value the individuality and creativity that every worker potentially brings to the workforce.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

​​​​​​​Unity Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.