Midday Meals Supervisor

Manor Community Primary School; Swanscombe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Manor Community Primary School in Swanscombe is seeking a Midday Meals Supervisor to supervise and lead lunchtime activities. The role is term time only, 11.10 am to 1.10 pm, Monday to Friday, 10 hours per week across 38 weeks per year.

You will work under your line manager to support pupils during lunch and promote positive play and safety. Candidates should enjoy working with children, be reliable, patient, and able to communicate clearly with staff and pupils.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to safeguarding.
• Can communicate clearly with adults and children.
• Is kind, patient and caring.
• Has an understanding of health and safety practices in school.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lunchtime activities and support pupils during meals.
• Lead games that develop social skills and positive behaviour.
• Work under the supervision and guidance of your line manager.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming and orderly lunchtime environment.

Job description

Post Title: Midday Meals Supervisor

School: Manor Community Primary School

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Hours: 10 hours per week 38 weeks per year (2 hours per day)

Working Pattern: Mon - Fri lunchtimes (term time only) - 11.10 am - 1.10 pm

Grade: KSA

Salary: £26,168and pro-rated salary £6,006

Position Start Date: As soon as possible

Advert Closing Date (We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date): 13th September 2026 (midnight)

Interview Date: TBC

Do you love working with children and are committed to giving them an enjoyable lunchtime experience. We are looking to recruit a child friendly, flexible, caring Midday Meals Supervisor, who has high expectations, to join our dedicated team. You will work under the supervision and guidance of your line manager to supervise and lead games that stimulate pupil’s social skills and support the children whilst they eat their lunch.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children
• Is enthusiastic, reliable and committed to working every day
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Can communicate clearly with both adults and children
• Is kind, patient and caring
• Has the confidence to lead play and manage behaviour positively
• Has an understanding of health and safety practices in school
• Is reliable, punctual and committed to safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as well as any other relevant pre-employment checks.