Lewisham Schools
EDMUND WALLER - Midday Meals Supervisor
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Midday Meal Supervisor
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Midday Meal Supervisor who demonstrates a passion for working with children, leading play and games at lunchtimes, is flexible and a team player.
The successful candidate will be patient and understanding, but calm and firm when helping children make the right behavioural choices. You will assist children to maintain the Edmund Waller rules: ‘Ready, Respectful & Safe’ and support the school’s culture of visible kindness.
Duties will involve supervision and support of pupils during the mid-day break in the dining areas, school buildings and playground, caring for children who have hurt themselves, following the school’s policy. On days of wet play, you will be required to support in the dinner hall or in a classroom supervising children.
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First Aid qualification is preferred but not essential.
Edmund Waller is a diverse inner-city school with a strong commitment to inclusive practice. We have creative, enthusiastic and well-behaved children who are keen to learn.
Visits are strongly encouraged - please contact the school office to arrange.
Closing Date: Friday 18th September 2026 @ 11.59pm
Interview: Tuesday 22nd September 2025 (times tbc)
Scale 2 – currently £30,225 - £30,654 pro rata (approximately £394 per month)
7.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only (38 weeks a year)
Download the following documents using the links below:
- Job Description and Person Specification
- Application Form - form downloadable: MMS Scale 2
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Edmund Waller Primary School is fully committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An enhanced disclosure and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation.
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