Midday Meal Supervisor

REESON Education; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time, term-time only

Professional development & first aid培训

Friendly collaborative staff team

Job summary

Reeson Education is seeking a Midday Meal Supervisor for a Wandsworth primary school in London, starting January 2027. The role involves supervising pupils during lunch, promoting safe, positive behaviour and supporting wellbeing.

Experience with children and a current first aid qualification are preferred, with training available. The position is part-time, term-time only, offering a supportive school environment and opportunities for professional development in first aid and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience working with children, ideally within a school, nursery or childcare setting.
• Has a current first aid qualification or is willing to undertake relevant training.
• Demonstrates a caring, patient and approachable manner.
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can confidently supervise groups of primary-aged children.
• Has strong awareness of safeguarding, health and safety and pupil wellbeing.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage busy lunchtime routines.
• Can respond calmly and appropriately to challenging situations.
• Works effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Is committed to promoting positive behaviour and children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Supervise primary-aged pupils during lunchtime, both in the dining hall and playground.
• Ensure children remain safe, happy and appropriately supported throughout their lunch break.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage respectful interactions between pupils.
• Support children with lunchtime routines and encourage independence.
• Monitor dietary requirements, food allergies and appropriate hygiene practices.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to minor injuries and first aid incidents.
• Follow school safeguarding, health and safety and emergency procedures.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, lunchtime supervisors and the wider school team.
• Help create a nurturing, inclusive and enjoyable lunchtime experience for all pupils.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Organised

Safeguarding awareness

Ability to supervise groups

Education

First aid qualification

Job description

Reeson Education is seeking an enthusiastic, caring and reliable Midday Meal Supervisor to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Tooting, Wandsworth, from January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about creating a safe, positive and enjoyable lunchtime environment.

The successful candidate will supervise pupils during lunch breaks, encourage positive behaviour and support children's wellbeing, while also assisting with first aid responsibilities when required.

The Role

• Supervise primary-aged pupils during lunchtime, both in the dining hall and playground.
• Ensure children remain safe, happy and appropriately supported throughout their lunch break.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage respectful interactions between pupils.
• Support children with lunchtime routines and encourage independence.
• Monitor dietary requirements, food allergies and appropriate hygiene practices.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to minor injuries and first aid incidents.
• Follow school safeguarding, health and safety and emergency procedures.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, lunchtime supervisors and the wider school team.
• Help create a nurturing, inclusive and enjoyable lunchtime experience for all pupils.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children, ideally within a school, nursery or childcare setting.
• Has a current first aid qualification or is willing to undertake relevant training.
• Demonstrates a caring, patient and approachable manner.
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can confidently supervise groups of primary-aged children.
• Has strong awareness of safeguarding, health and safety and pupil wellbeing.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage busy lunchtime routines.
• Can respond calmly and appropriately to challenging situations.
• Works effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Is committed to promoting positive behaviour and children's welfare.

What the School Offers

• A part-time, term-time-only opportunity.
• A welcoming and supportive primary school environment.
• A friendly and collaborative staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and first aid training.
• The chance to make a positive difference to children's school experience.
• A January 2027 start.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Midday Meal Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Assistant or childcare professional looking for a rewarding part-time position within a supportive primary school in Wandsworth.

Applicants should have previous experience working with children and a genuine commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Reeson Education

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert.