Midday Supervisor & Playworker

Two positions available - 1 permanent & 1 maternity cover
1 hour 30 minutes a day

An opportunity to work at Lowe’s Wong Infant School who cater for approximately 130 children between the ages of 4 and 7 situated in the cathedral town of Southwell. Lowe’s Wong Infant School is an all-inclusive school with a passion for encouraging our children to become independent and effective learners in all areas of their life. We manage this through delivering a fun and engaging curriculum.

The Governors wish to appoint a Midday Supervisor and Playworker to join their current team of lunchtime support staff, who will be responsible for the supervision of children on the school premises throughout the midday break both in the dining room and around the school. They will also work with the children to promote positive playtimes by teaching them new games and rules for games, encouraging them to demonstrate to each other how to play and interact.

You will be a responsible and caring adult who is committed to supporting and contributing to the school ethos.

Lowe’s Wong Infant School are committed to safeguarding children and the promotion of equal opportunities for staff and students. You will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check via the DBS.

Minster Trust for Education is a multi-academy trust of 11 primary and secondary schools which has at its core a collaborative model of leadership and a belief in sharing expertise while unerringly pursuing the best education for its pupils. Together we help every child to flourish, opening doors to fulfilling futures.

The Trust is founded on 5 key principles that apply to pupils, students and employees alike. They are:

• Integrity - we do the right thing
• Wisdom - we think deeply
• Kindness - we care about each other
• Collaboration - we are better together
• Service - we pursue the greater good.

We seek to employ people who not only demonstrate these values but are also invested in our mission and truly wish to make a difference through their contribution, whatever the specific role.

The Minster Trust for Education is committed to safeguarding children and the promotion of equal opportunities for staff and students. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and complete a KCSIE Declaration.

For information about how to apply for this role, please read our ‘Guidance notes for applicants’ document and the MITRE application form which will be posted on the TES website under the job listing. For further information please contact hr@mitretrust.org.uk

Closing date for applications is noon on Friday 17th October 2025
Interviews will be held on week commencing 3rd November 2025

Please note we reserve the right to close for applications earlier.