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

Hours: 5 hours per week; Mon - Friday 11.15 - 12.15 Contract: Permanent Time Time Only: 38 weeks per year  Start Date: September 2026 Actual Salary: Scale 4 points 43 - 44 - £6,603.80 - £6, 817.17

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 kind, calm and positive Midday Meals Supervisor to join our Nursery team this September. This is a special role supporting our youngest children, aged 3–4, during a key part of their school day.

From 11.15am to 12.15pm, you’ll help children enjoy their lunch safely and happily, encouraging independence, positive routines and good manners before supporting play and helping create a calm, settled lunchtime environment.

You’ll be working closely alongside our experienced Nursery team, so we’re looking for someone who can use their initiative, pitch in where needed and be a supportive team player. A warm, nurturing approach is essential, along with a good sense of humour and a willingness to get stuck in with whatever the children need.

At Hook Lane, we are committed to Encouraging Fearless Learners, and this role plays an important part in helping our children feel confident, safe and ready to thrive.

As a Midday Meals Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime in the dining and play areas
• Encourage healthy eating, independence and positive behaviour
• Support positive play, friendships and social development
• Build trusting relationships with children and staff
• Help maintain a safe, calm and inclusive environment
• Work collaboratively as part of the wider Nursery team

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

Hook Lane Primary is a school where support staff are valued and empowered. As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we cultivate a warm, inclusive, and community-driven environment where every role makes a difference.

Here’s what you can expect:

• A welcoming and supportive Nursery and wider school team
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children every day
• A positive and inclusive school culture
• Training and development opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme and national terms and conditions
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Hook Lane Primary School so special. Please contact the school office on 020 8303 3839 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!

Hook Lane Primary School 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.