Midday Meals Supervisor / Lunchtime Supervisor

Education First Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Education First Recruitment is seeking friendly, reliable Midday Meals Supervisors to work across primary schools in Barking and Dagenham. The role involves supervising pupils at lunchtime to ensure they are safe, happy and well supported in the dining hall and playground.

This part-time, school-hours role offers flexible lunchtime assignments with immediate starts and regular school-hour opportunities. Applicants should have good communication, patience and the ability to work as part of a

Qualifications

• Friendly, patient and approachable manner essential.
• Good communication skills and confidence around children.
• Reliable and able to work as part of a school team.
• Enhanced DBS check and safeguarding awareness required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunch breaks in dining hall and playground.
• Encourage good manners and positive behaviour among pupils.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and support a calm lunchtime environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Midday Meals Supervisor / Lunchtime Supervisort

Education First are recruiting friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Midday Meals Supervisors to work across welcoming primary schools in Barking and Dagenham.

The role involves supervising children during lunchtime, ensuring pupils are safe, happy and well supported in the dining hall and playground. We are looking for caring individuals who can encourage positive behaviour, promote good manners and help create an enjoyable lunchtime environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking flexible, part-time work during school hours. Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise pupils during lunch breaks, support children in the dining hall and playground, encourage good table manners and positive behaviour, assist younger pupils with meal routines, promote positive social interaction, manage minor disagreements appropriately and follow school safeguarding procedures.

Requirements

A friendly, patient and approachable manner is essential. Candidates should have good communication skills, confidence working with children, reliability and the ability to work as part of a school team. Previous school, nursery or childcare experience is advantageous.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check, including a children's barred list check where applicable. Satisfactory references, employment history checks and safer recruitment procedures will apply. An understanding of safeguarding and child protection is essential.

Why Work with Education First?

Competitive hourly pay, weekly pay, flexible lunchtime assignments, immediate starts, regular school-hour opportunities, dedicated consultant support and access to relevant safeguarding training.

Location

Opportunities across Barking, Dagenham, Becontree and surrounding areas, with access from Ilford, Romford, East Ham and Newham.