Midday Meals Supervisor

The Golden Thread Alliance; Dartford; On-site; GBP 6,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational organization in Dartford is seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisor to join their team. The role requires overseeing children's lunchtime activities, ensuring their safety and well-being in both the playground and canteen. Candidates should possess effective communication skills, with prior experience preferred but not mandatory as full training will be provided. The position offers a part-time schedule of 10 hours weekly, along with commitments to professional development and family-friendly working hours.

Benefits

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Family-friendly working hours

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Eyecare vouchers through Specsavers

2 family days

Qualifications

• Prior experience is preferable but not essential.
• Full training and induction will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, support and guide children during lunchtime.
• Manage time on the playground and in the canteen.

Skills

Effective communication with children

Ability to ensure safety and well-being

Job description

About the role

West Hill Primary Academy is looking for a hardworking, flexible member of staff to join their team as a Midday Supervisor.

The post is 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 11.30 am–1.30 pm each day.

You will be paid a full‑time equivalent salary of £24,513, pro‑rata to £5,627.02 based on 10 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to supervise, support and guide the children during the lunchtime period. This will involve time both on the playground and in the canteen.

Key Qualifications

Prior experience is preferable but not essential; full training and induction will be provided. The ability to communicate effectively with children and to ensure their well‑being and safety is essential.

What we offer

• Commitment to your ongoing Continued Professional Development
• Family‑friendly / sociable working hours and a work‑life balance
• 2 family days
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Eyecare vouchers through Specsavers

Safeguarding & Legal

The Golden Thread Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, paragraph 220, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Two references are also required prior to commencement of employment.

Application Process

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.