Join Timbercroft Primary School as a Midday Meals Supervisor!
Create a Calm, Caring Lunchtime Experience

Hours: 10 hours per week; Mon - Friday 11.30 - 1.30 Contract: Permanent Time Time Only: 39 weeks per year  Start Date: 2nd March 2026 Actual Salary: Scale1c points 2 - 3 £7, 028.48 - £7,223.85 Actual Salary

Are you looking for a fulfilling and flexible role in a nurturing environment? Would you enjoy  supporting young children during their lunchtime routines and creating a positive dining experience?  If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to become a  Midday Meals Supervisor.

About The Role

We’re looking for a caring and reliable Midday Meals Supervisor to join our team at Timbercroft Primary School. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the wellbeing and development of our pupils during one of the most important parts of their day — lunchtime.

As a Midday Meals Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in creating a positive, safe and inclusive lunchtime experience by:

• Supervising pupils in the dining hall and playground

• Encouraging healthy eating and respectful behaviour

• Supporting and promoting positive play and friendships

• Building trust and positive relationships with pupils

• Ensuring a safe, calm, and friendly environment for all

Who You Are

We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children and brings warmth, patience and energy to the role

• Is calm and confident when managing behaviour or resolving minor conflicts

• Is reliable, punctual, and committed to being a positive part of the school community

• Has good communication skills and enjoys being part of a team

• Understands the importance of inclusion and kindness in every interaction
  
  

No formal qualifications are required, but experience working with children or in a school environment is a bonus.

What We Offer

Timbercroft Primary is a school where support staff are appreciated and empowered. As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we foster a collaborative, community-focused culture where every contribution matters.

Here’s what you can expect:

• A close-knit team culture, with shared planning and collaboration across four school phases

• Real progression opportunities, with many of our staff progressing into wider roles across the school or Trust

• Local Government Pension scheme & National terms & conditions

• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Timbercroft Primary School so special. Please contact the school office on 020 8854 6915 to arrange.

You’ll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached.  Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!

Timbercroft and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.