[261016D] Casual Midday Supervisor

Hill View Primary Academy; Talbot Village; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Hill View Primary Academy in Bournemouth is seeking a Casual Mealtime Supervisor to join the support staff. You will supervise lunchtimes, ensure pupils are safe, and help keep the dining area clean and hygienic.

The role is term time only (39 weeks), with responsibilities including safeguarding, working with a team, and using positive behaviour approaches. GCSE English and Maths are expected; Level 2 Food Safety in Catering is desirable. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a childcare environment and ability to cope under pressure.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a wider school team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lunchtimes and ensure children are safe and well behaved.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic dining area during meals and play.
• Work with others to support pupils and promote safeguarding.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Coping under pressure

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Level 2 Food Safety in Catering

Job description

Post: Casual Mealtime Supervisor

Location: Hill View Primary, Hill View Road, Bournemouth, BH10 5BD

FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade 2 Pt 3 - 4; £25,614 - £26,016

Actual Salary Range: £13.28 - £13.49 Per Hour

Contract Type: Casual, term time only (39 weeks per year)

About the successful candidates

We are looking for caring and committed person to join our support staff at Hill View Primary, you’ll be working in a team of like-minded individuals who all want the best for the school. You’ll be supervising lunchtimes, ensuring the children are safe and sensible while eating and playing. Keeping and maintaining a clean and hygienic area while the children eat. Experience of working in a childcare environment and being able to cope under pressure is essential.

We are looking for people who have the following experience and qualities:

Treat pupil’s with dignity, building relationships with mutual respect

Relevant experience of working with children, ability to motivate, using positive behaviour strategies

Have the ability to work independently and use own initiative

Be able to display effective communication skills with both children and adults

Be eager to work collaboratively in a wider team, be adaptable and open to new ideas and practices

Ensure safeguarding practices are upheld

Able to deal with change and unpredictability positively with a “can do” attitude

Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths

Level 2 Food Safety in Catering Qualification desirable

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant's background credentials, including an enhanced DBS check.

About the School

Hill View Primary Academy provides a happy, secure and stimulating learning environment for every child. Life and learning at Hill View is memorable - we aim to create happy memories children can take long into the future, as well as the skills necessary to succeed. Our teachers and teaching assistants are highly trained and well experienced in all aspects of primary education, meaning our children are supported, encouraged and well-led throughout their time with us.

Hill View Primary is a successful, highly regarded three-form entry primary academy with a PAN of 630. The Academy was inspected in May 2024 and received a Good rating: ‘Cross-curricular links add purpose to pupils’ learning and enable them to apply their skills and understanding in different subjects. Additionally, leaders have ensured that the school’s focus on pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is reflected in the curriculum.’

About the Trust

We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond.

We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside our primary, all-through and technical provision, we are proud to include a strong and integral network of seven special schools and one alternative provision setting.

These settings are a vital part of our community, providing inclusive, high-quality education for pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex learning profiles, autism, and social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as those who benefit from a more personalised approach. Together, we are committed to helping every young person thrive.

Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that theyshare our values, arehighly motivated towork with colleagues, within and beyond their school, tocontinuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.

Opportunities and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.

Closing date: for applications is Monday 2nd November 2026 at midnight

Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for Thursday 12th November 2026