Midday Meals Supervisor

Woodlands; Ashford; On-site; GBP 3,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Ashford is seeking a reliable and caring Midday Meal Supervisor to join their team. The role involves supervising pupils during lunchtime, helping with tasks, and ensuring a positive dining experience. Ideal candidates should be calm, patient, and enjoy working with children. Previous experience is desirable but not essential. The position is part-time, term-time only, offering a salary of approximately £2,771 per annum.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and punctual, available every lunchtime.
• Enjoys working with young children and can follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in the dining hall.
• Help children with routine lunchtime tasks.
• Clean tables and the dining area between sittings.

Skills

Reliability

Calmness

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Midday Meal Supervisor — Woodchurch CEP School

Hours: 12:00–1:00pm Monday–Friday, term time only (5 hours per week)

Contract: Kent Scheme A — actual salary approx. £2,771 per annum

Start date: ASAP

We are seeking a calm, reliable and caring Midday Meal Supervisor to join our friendly team at Woodchurch CEP School and help ensure that children have a safe, calm and positive experience at lunchtime.

Main duties include:

• Supervising pupils in the dining hall, encouraging positive behaviour and social interaction
• Helping children with routine lunchtime tasks (opening packets, drinks etc.)
• Cleaning and wiping tables between sittings and at the end of lunch
• Sweeping/spot-cleaning as required
• Following all safeguarding, health & safety and first-aid procedures (training provided)

We are looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, punctual and available every lunchtime
• Is calm, patient and enjoys working with young children
• Can follow instructions and work well as part of a team
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Desirable but not essential:

• Previous experience working with children
• Experience in a school or similar supervisory role

Safeguarding Statement
Woodchurch CEP School (part of the Flourish Together Federation) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and satisfactory references.