Midday Meals Supervisor

Purpose of the Role

To ensure the safety, wellbeing, and good behaviour of pupils during the lunchtime period, both in the classroom, dining hall and in the playground, supporting a positive and safe environment in line with the school’s ethos and policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in the classroom, dining hall, encouraging good table manners, appropriate behaviour, and healthy eating habits.
• Assist pupils where necessary (e.g., opening lunch boxes, cutting up food, supporting younger children).
• Monitor and manage pupil behaviour, following the school’s behaviour policy.
• Supervise pupils during playtime, ensuring safe and inclusive play, and promoting positive interactions.
• Deal with minor first aid incidents and report any accidents, injuries, or concerns to the appropriate member of staff.
• Encourage positive relationships among pupils and help resolve minor disputes in a fair and supportive manner.
• Set up, tidy, and clean the dining areas and equipment as required.
• Work effectively as part of a team of midday staff to ensure smooth running of lunchtime provision.

Please visit our website for more information and recruitment pack with application form: https://www.swoy.lewisham.sch.uk/news-and-events/mdms-maternity

Our school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service.