Midday Meals Supervisor

St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy; New Romney; On-site; GBP 1,700 - 2,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

St Nicholas CE Primary Academy in New Romney is seeking a reliable Midday Meal Supervisor to support pupils during lunchtime in the dining hall, playground, and wet play areas, helping to maintain a safe, positive environment.

The role is 5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only (38 weeks). Training will be provided, and the successful candidate will follow safeguarding procedures and DBS checks.

Qualifications

• Experience with children desirable; training will be provided.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• DBS check and safeguarding procedures will be followed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunch and playtime.
• Encourage positive behaviour and safe play.
• Assist with setting up and clearing the lunch area.
• Respond to minor incidents and follow school procedures.
• Ensure pupils' safety and wellbeing at all times.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Patience

Team player

Safeguarding focus

Job description

St Nicholas CE Primary Academy are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Midday Meal Supervisor to join our team. This is a rewarding role supporting pupils during the lunchtime period to ensure a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment.

About the Role

You will supervise pupils in the dining hall, playground, and classrooms (for wet play), helping to maintain good behaviour, encourage positive play, and support pupils’ wellbeing throughout the midday break.

This post is for 5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only (38 weeks).

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support pupils during lunch and playtime
• Encourage positive behaviour and safe play
• Assist with setting up and clearing the lunch area
• Respond to minor incidents and follow school procedures
• Ensure pupils’ safety and wellbeing at all times

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, patient, and enjoys working with children
• Calm, reliable, and able to communicate clearly
• Able to work well as part of a team
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential. Training will be provided.

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school environment
• Training and development opportunities
• The chance to make a positive difference to children’s day

We warmly encourage visits to the school. To arrange a tour or an informal conversation, please contact the school office.

St Nicholas CE Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to follow the relevant safeguarding procedures, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.