Midday Meals Supervisor

West Sussex County Council; Worthing; On-site; GBP 3,600 - 3,700; Part time

Job summary

Durrington Infant and Junior Federated Schools is seeking a Midday Meals Supervisor (Grade 3) for permanent, term-time only work of 6.25 hours per week, from 12:00 to 13:15, five days a week. Salary is listed as £25,614–£26,016 FTE, or £3,644–£3,702 actual, with duties including lunch supervision and supporting pupils.

Applicants should have a level 2 English and Maths qualification, experience working with children, and a calm, flexible, team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• English and Maths qualification to at least level 2.
• Experience of working with children.
• Experience of the lunchtime supervision role.
• Have a positive, friendly and calm approach.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Be committed and keen to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the midday meals from 12:00 to 1:15pm, five days a week.
• Ensure pupil safety and behaviour during lunchtime.
• Assist with setup and clearance of lunchtime areas.
• Maintain a calm and supportive environment for pupils.

Skills

English and Maths qualification to at‑

Experience with children

Lunchtime supervisory role

Positive friendly calm approach

Flexible and adaptable

Team player

Education

National Qualification Framework Level 2 (English & Maths)

Job description

Durrington Infant and Junior Federated Schools

Midday Meals Supervisor - Grade 3

Permanent, 6.25 hours per week (Term time only)

Grade 3 £25,614 – £26,016 FTE / £3,644 - £3,702 actual

Responsible to SLT

We are seeking to appoint Midday Meals Supervisors to join our friendly and supportive staff team from 12pm to 1.15pm, five days a week. This post is permanent and for term-time only.

The successful candidates will:

• English and Maths qualification to at least level 2 of the National Qualification Framework.
• Have experience of working with children.
• Experience of the lunchtime supervisory role.
• Have a positive, friendly and calm approach.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Be committed and keen to work as part of a team.

The school can offer:

• A happy, busy school with a shared vision
• Training opportunities for continued professional development
• A supportive environment with friendly staff

Closing date

9th November 2026 – 9am

Interview date

week commencing 16th November 2026

Application Attachments:

Application Form for Support Staff

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Midday Meals Supervisor Job Description

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Safeguarding Statement

Durrington Infant and Junior Schools 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.

Durrington Infant and Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service with barred lists check. This will be done by means of applying for a DBS certificate through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, spent or unspent.

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