Midday Supervisor

Position: Midday Supervisor Contract: Permanent Hours/Weeks: 7.5 hours per week/ 38 weeks (Monday - Friday - 11.50am - 1.20pm) Grade: Kent Scheme A Salary: £4,505 (FTE £26,168) Start date: As soon as possible Closing date: 5th June 2026 Due to a successful internal promotion, we are looking for a caring, reliable, and positive Midday Supervisor to ensure that our lunchtimes are a happy, calm and enjoyable part of the school day. You will play a vital role in supporting children’s play, wellbeing, and social development, while ensuring they feel safe, confident, and ready to return to learning in the afternoon. Key Responsibilities As a valued member of our lunchtime team, you will: Supervise pupils in the dining hall, playground, and indoor areas when required. Encourage positive play, cooperation, and inclusion among all pupils. Promote good behaviour and always model our school values. Support children in managing friendships, resolving minor conflicts, and building social skills. Ensure pupils’ safety, wellbeing, and comfort throughout the lunchtime period. Provide simple first aid (training provided if needed). Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a friendly, supportive lunchtime environment. Help set up and clear away dining hall equipment as required. Who we are looking for We would love to hear from you if you: Enjoy working with children and want to make a positive impact on their day. Are warm, patient, and approachable with a nurturing attitude. Can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues. Are reliable, committed, and able to work effectively as part of a team. Can remain calm, fair, and consistent when supporting children. Are enthusiastic about promoting active, fun, and inclusive play. Share our values of kindness, respect, teamwork, and ambition Experience working with children is helpful but not essential—your attitude, care, and willingness to learn are what matter most. How to apply Please apply via MyNewTerm with your application form and a short supporting statement explaining how your skills match this role. (If you would prefer the application form in a different format, please contact the school office.) We reserve the right to close this advert early, should a suitable applicant be found.