At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise lunchtime activities and ensure a safe, enjoyable environment for pupils.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Springhead Park Primary School.
- Benefits: Part-time hours with competitive pay and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Flexible role with opportunities to develop your skills in a vibrant school setting.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lunchtime experiences and promote healthy eating.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm, good communication skills, and a passion for working with children.
Location: Northfleet, Kent
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Part-Time
Salary: £5,050.00 Annually (Actual); 10 hours per week; Working 38 weeks per year (Paid 43.3 weeks including annual leave); FTE £24,521
Hours Per Week: 10
Weeks Per Year: 38
Closing Date: Midnight, Thursday, 25th June 2026
About this Role
Springhead Park Primary School is looking for a Mid-Day Supervisor to join our friendly, hardworking team, which is dedicated to aiding pupils over the lunchtime period.
The Role
- Your duties will include managing the team's day-to-day operations, assisting in setting up/clearing away in the dining hall, and supervising the children as they eat.
- You will also, as needed, organise outside play and supervise the playground/field.
- You need the skills to encourage pupils to eat healthy meals and use the appropriate utensils.
- Flexibility is key in this position, and you must be comfortable supervising groups using your own initiative.
About You
- You will be trustworthy, enthusiastic, full of energy, well-organised, and self-motivated.
- You will enjoy working with pupils and be able to communicate at all levels, meet children’s individual needs, and coordinate safe, creative play opportunities.
- Common sense, patience, and good judgment are key in this role.
- You will also be committed to promoting equality and diversity, demonstrating good food hygiene practices, and following the school's pupils’ behaviour and health and safety policies.
Next Steps
When you are ready to apply, please complete all sections of the application form via MyNewTerm – you will be redirected after clicking apply. CVs will not be accepted. All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting outcome. References for shortlisted candidates may be requested prior to interview. If a suitable candidate is identified, interviews may take place before the advertised closing date. We therefore encourage early applications.
Safer Recruitment, Inclusion and Diversity
The Primary First Trust is committed to safeguarding, Prevent and the welfare of pupils and this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance, health clearance, social media checks, a probationary period and satisfactory references. The Trust strives to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where everyone feels able to be themselves and experiences a strong sense of belonging. The Trust wholeheartedly supports the principle of equality and diversity in employment. It opposes all forms of unfair or unlawful discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sex. We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds from as wide a range as possible, and we seek to develop a community of staff that accurately represents society as a whole. All applications for employment with the Trust will be considered against the criteria outlined in the person specification for the position advertised. No agencies, please. We will contact you if we need support on recruitment.
Mid-Day Lunch Supervisor in Northfleet employer: THE PRIMARY FIRST TRUST
Springhead Park Primary School is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. As a Mid-Day Lunch Supervisor, you will play a vital role in fostering a positive lunchtime experience for pupils while enjoying the benefits of working within a dedicated team that prioritises equality and diversity. Located in Northfleet, Kent, the school provides opportunities for professional development and a strong sense of community, making it a rewarding place to contribute to the education and well-being of children.
