Midday Mealtime Supervisor (MDMS)

Philosophy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a Midday Mealtime Supervisor to support students in a SEND school during lunch hours. Responsibilities include supervising and assisting children with special needs and ensuring their social interactions are positive. The ideal candidate should be patient and reliable, with a commitment to safeguarding and welfare for vulnerable students. Opportunities are available for both full-time and part-time work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a SEND or school setting is desirable but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service or willingness to apply).
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunch and break times.
• Support pupils with eating, social interaction, and personal care where required.
• Encourage positive behaviour and model appropriate social skills.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of students at all times.
• Assist with transitions between classroom, dining, and playground areas.
• Work closely with teaching and support staff to maintain a structured environment.

Skills

Patient, calm, and compassionate

Confidence supporting children or young people with SEND

Ability to manage behaviour positively

Reliable and punctual

Job description

Midday Mealtime Supervisor (SEND School)

Location: Sidcup, Borough of Bexley
Hours: 11:30am – 1:30pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: £13.69 per hour
Contract: Full‑time and part‑time opportunities available

We are working in partnership with a special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) school in Sidcup to recruit a caring and reliable Midday Mealtime Supervisor.

This role involves supporting students during the lunchtime period in a specialist setting, working with pupils with autism, Down syndrome, complex needs, and behavioural difficulties. You will help ensure a safe, calm, and positive mealtime experience while promoting independence and positive social interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunch and break times
• Support pupils with eating, social interaction, and personal care where required
• Encourage positive behaviour and model appropriate social skills
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of students at all times
• Assist with transitions between classroom, dining, and playground areas
• Work closely with teaching and support staff to maintain a structured environment

Ideal Candidate

• Patient, calm, and compassionate
• Confident supporting children or young people with SEND
• Able to manage behaviour in a positive and consistent manner
• Reliable and punctual
• Previous experience in a SEND or school setting is desirable but not essential

Compliance & Safeguarding

• Enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK
• Two professional references
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Completion of required safeguarding and compliance training prior to placement

This is a rewarding opportunity to support vulnerable students during a key part of the school day through a trusted education recruitment agency.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.