Midday Meals Supervisor at Shears Green Junior School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/SGJS/43445

Location

White Avenue, Northfleet, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 7JB

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£24,513.00 Annually (FTE)

Hours Per Week

Weeks Per Year

Fixed Term End Date

Mon 31st Jul, 2028

Closing Date

Midnight, Fri 26th Jun, 2026

Start Date

ASAP

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

06.07.26

Interview Date(s) 06.07.26

About this Role

Midday Meal Supervisor (MDS)

Shears Green Junior School
12:00pm – 1:00pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

We are seeking to appoint a Midday Meal Supervisor (MDS) to join our supportive and dedicated team at Shears Green Junior School.

At Shears Green, we place real value on lunchtime as part of our children’s development. Through our OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) approach, pupils experience active, creative and inclusive play opportunities every day.

This role is key to ensuring lunchtimes are safe, positive and purposeful.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

Supervise pupils in the playground and outdoor areas
Support active, imaginative and cooperative play
Promote positive behaviour in line with the school’s values
Ensure the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all pupils
Respond calmly and consistently to any issues that arise

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Has experience working with groups of children, ideally within a school, childcare, playwork or youth setting
Is confident managing behaviour consistently and positively
Is able to build professional relationships while maintaining clear boundaries
Can use initiative and respond effectively to a range of situations
Is reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team
Understands the importance of confidentiality and professional conduct
Is enthusiastic about supporting children’s play and social development
Is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and supporting active play