Midday Meals Assistant - Part-time

Fleetdown Primary Academy, Dartford

• Ref:KCC886-5229-209S
• Posted:17/07/2026
• Pay:Kent Scheme A
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:21/07/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:23 July 2026

Advert

Fleetdown Primary Academy is looking for a hardworking, flexible colleague to join their team of Midday Meals Supervisors.

The post will be for 6.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, working 12.15pm to 1.30pm each day. You will be paid £26,168 (September 2026 pay) full time equivalent, actual pro-rata salary of £3,771.22 based on 38 weeks per year.

 The successful candidate will be expected to supervise, support and guide the children during the lunchtime period. This will involve time both on the playground and in the canteen supervising the children. The ability to communicate effectively with children and the ability to ensure their well-being and maintain their safety is essential.

Although previous experience would be preferable it is not considered essential, full training and induction will be given.

Please take a look at the attached colleague benefits to see what we can offer you when working with us.

Please review the full job description carefully, including any physical aspects of the role, and consider how these align with your needs. All new appointments will receive an Occupational Health assessment to identify any required support or reasonable adjustments before starting. 

Notice to Applicants: We do not accept standalone CVs. A formal and complete application form must be submitted should you wish to apply for the role.

The Golden Thread Alliance is committed to 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 the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and therefore is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. In line with KCSIE guidance, all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search. This search is not part of the shortlisting process itself and all shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern resulting from the search.

Two references are also required prior to commencement of employment.

Early applications are encouraged and The Golden Thread Alliance reserves the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Information about the school

The Golden Thread Alliance is a Multi-Academy Trust that comprises of Culverstone Green Primary School, Fleetdown Primary Academy, Meopham Community Academy, Oakfield Primary Academy, The Riverview Academy, Temple Hill Primary Academy, West Hill Primary Academy and Wrotham Road Primary.

Each primary has its own unique character, but all subscribe to values of Respect, Equality, Courage, Integrity, Ambition and Kindness. Please visit the individual school website to find out more.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Tina Ricketts
• Address:Fleetdown Primary Academy, Lunedale Road, Dartford, Kent, DA2 6JX
• Telephone: 01732 795660
• Email: HR@golden-thread.org

Documents

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• Policies and Information
• Job Description and Person Specification