Teaching Assistant with Lunchtime Supervisor duties

Hall Meadow Primary School - Kettering, Northamptonshire
Part of the InMAT Trust

Inspiring young minds. Supporting inclusive learning. Creating positive lunchtimes.

Hall Meadow Primary School is a friendly, welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of the Kettering community and part of the InMAT Trust. We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant with Lunchtime Supervisor duties, who has a passion for supporting children.

✨ The Role

As a valued member of our team, you will:

• Support teachers in delivering high‑quality, inclusive learning across the curriculum
• Work closely with individual pupils and small groups to help them overcome barriers to learning
• Foster positive behaviour, well‑being and strong relationships
• Supervise and support pupils during lunchtimes, encouraging safe play, social interaction and positive behaviour
• Contribute to a calm, caring and nurturing school environment throughout the day

• Is patient, caring and child‑centred
• Communicates effectively with pupils, staff and parents
• Works well as part of a team and shows initiative
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and pupil well‑being

• A supportive, welcoming staff team who value collaboration and professional growth
• Happy, motivated children who are keen to learn and succeed
• A strong commitment to inclusive practice and meeting the needs of every child
• Access to professional development opportunities through the InMAT Trust
• The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day

Hall Meadow Primary School prides itself on creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child is valued, understood and supported to achieve their potential.
To find out more, please visit:
👉 https://www.hallmeadow.org/

Hall Meadow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

About the Role This is a varied and rewarding position supporting children across the school. It involves working 27.5 hours per week as a Teaching Assistant and 5 hours per week as a Lunchtime Supervisor. It is a fixed term position to 31st August 2026 with the possibility of becoming permanent.

We warmly welcome visits to the school where there will be the opportunity to discuss the role further with the Headteacher, Caroline Farmer. Please contact Mrs Hull in the school office to book a visit.