Midday Meals Supervisor

Master Class Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based educational support service is seeking a reliable Midday Meal Supervisor for a SEN Primary School in Crawley. The role involves supervising pupils during lunch, encouraging social interaction, and supporting children with complex needs. Ideal candidates are calm, patient, and work well as a team. Benefits include weekly pay and access to CPD training. Applications from all experience levels are encouraged.

Benefits

Weekly pay (PAYE)

Fantastic holiday scheme

Specialised consultants for support

Free access to online learning

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or in an SEN setting is desirable but not essential.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice is essential.
• Must have a DBS on the Updates Service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support pupils during lunch.
• Encourage positive social interaction among children.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning dining areas.
• Support pupils with feeding and mobility.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies.
• Ensure safety and inclusion of all pupils.

Skills

Calm, caring and patient approach

Enjoys working with children

Reliable and dependable

Team player

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and nurturing Midday Meal Supervisor to join the dedicated team at a SEN Primary School in the Crawley area.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children with a range of complex needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and physical or learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support pupils during lunch in the dinner hall, within their classroom, and/or playground
• Encourage positive social interaction and help children develop independence during mealtimes
• Assist with setting up and clearing tables and ensuring dining areas are clean and safe
• Provide gentle support and guidance, including helping pupils with feeding and mobility where needed
• Support pupils with emotional or behavioural needs using positive behaviour strategies
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all pupils always

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has a calm, caring and patient approach
• Enjoys working with children, especially those with additional needs
• Is dependable, friendly, and a strong team player
• Has experience working with children or in an SEN setting (desirable but not essential)
• Has a care background with adults with challenging behaviour (desirable but not essential)
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and inclusive practice

Masterclass Education provide CPD recognised online training, covering subjects such as Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Understanding Child Development, Violence Reduction, and more, to all our candidates.

Must have

• Ability to work well independently and as a team
• Has a passion to support and empower children and young people
• A DBS on the Updates Service
• Commitment to safeguarding students and young people

Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal, and bespoke service to our schools and candidates.

Masterclass Education offer many amazing benefits:

• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• A fantastic holiday scheme
• Specialised consultants on hand to help you with advice and support
• MCE Learning portal, you will have free access to all our online learning in the latest education developments (CPD recognised).
• Flexible work options to work around your personal circumstances.

Our focus at Masterclass is, and always will be, on helping education professionals find their dream position in a school where they will be able to truly excel. We are always happy to support ECTs and encourage applications from all Teachers and TAs of every experience and scale.

Masterclass Education work exclusively with a large amount of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools across the area who look for MCE staff to be with them on daily cover, short- and long-term contracts. Masterclasses are a part of the REC and Crown Commercial Service, offering the most valued and trusted service.

Masterclass Education are disability confident and therefore if you require any adjustments through the interview/registration process please do get in contact.

We look forward to your application or any questions you may have!