Midday Meals Supervisor

West Sussex County Council; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 7,300 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discount portal

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Edward Bryant Primary School is seeking a Midday Meals Supervisor to join the lunchtime team. The role covers 12.5 hours per week during term time, 11.15am to 1.45pm, 38 weeks plus 5.8 weeks annual leave. Salary is NJC Grade 2, SCP 3, with pro rata annual pay of £25,614 p.a. (£7,288 p.a. actual starting salary).

The successful candidate will promote positive play, help with pastoral care, and support children with social interactions within a caring school community.

Qualifications

• Pastoral care experience preferred.
• Ability to work well with children in a lunchtime setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children at lunchtimes and promote positive play, teamwork and friendship.
• Assist with pastoral care and well-being of pupils during lunch period.
• Work as part of a friendly school team to create a safe, welcoming environment.

Skills

Pastoral care

Teamwork

Lunchtime supervision

Positive play

Job description

Midday Meals Supervisor at Edward Bryant Primary School

Required from: November 2026
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 12.5 hours per week, term time only, 11.15am to 1.45pm daily
(38 weeks per year plus 5.8 weeks annua leave entitlement)
Salary: £NJC Grade 2, SCP 3. £25,614p.a. pro rata
Actual Starting Salary: £7,288p.a.

We are looking for a positive, caring and well-motivated Midday Meals Supervisor to work within this friendly and supportive school. In particular, we are looking for supervisors to support children at lunchtimes in promoting positive play, teamwork, and friendship, as well as supporting children with their pastoral care.

As a member of our team we can offer you:-

• A happy and supportive environment where staff and children learn alongside each other.
• The chance to become part of a successful and developing team.
• Friendly and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A forward-looking school with high aspirations and standards.
• Excellent professional support and development opportunities.
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discount portal

Applicants should clearly state on the application form their current expertise and previous experience. Please make reference to the Job Description and Personal Specification when completing the Skills and Competencies part of the application.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and will take place after school. Please contact the office if you would like to arrange a visit either via email at [e-mail] or phone [phone] and speak to Pam Steel, Office Manager.

Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd November 2026

Interview Date: W/c Monday 9th November 2026

Edward Bryant Primary School, Schoolsworks Academy Trust, and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Edward Bryant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. This post is subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references, qualifications, health and enhanced DBS checks. Edward Bryant School is part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust and the trust is fully committed to supporting the career development of all its staff.