Midday Meals Supervisor - Term Time

Ellington Infant School, Ramsgate

• Ref:KCC886-2340-120S
• Posted:10/03/2026
• Pay:KRA
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:23/03/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:26th March 2026

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Job Purpose:

To supervise pupils during the lunch period in the dining hall, playground, and/or classroom, ensuring a safe, caring, and positive environment that promotes good behaviour and hygiene, encourages social interaction, and supports the welfare and safety of all children.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervision of Pupils:

• Supervise children in the dining area, ensuring they are eating safely and appropriately.

• Assist pupils with using cutlery, opening lunch items, and encouraging healthy eating.

• Monitor behaviour and intervene as necessary to prevent disputes or accidents.

• Ensure pupils move safely to and from the dining area and play areas.

2. Health, Safety & Hygiene:

• Ensure children follow handwashing and hygiene routines before and after eating.

• Clean up spillages and ensure the dining and play areas are left tidy and safe.

• Report accidents and incidents in line with school policies and procedures.

3. Behaviour Management:

• Promote positive behaviour and address inappropriate behaviour calmly and fairly in line with the school's behaviour policy.

• Encourage inclusive play and positive social interactions among pupils.

4. Pastoral Care & Support:

• Offer comfort and reassurance to children when needed, especially younger or more vulnerable pupils.

• Be alert to any signs of distress or safeguarding concerns and report to the appropriate staff.

5. Teamwork & Communication:

• Work closely with other midday staff and teaching staff to maintain consistency and good communication.

• Attend regular training and team meetings as required.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Enjoy working with young children and have a caring, patient, and friendly manner.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions and school procedures.

• Basic understanding of health & safety and safeguarding (training will be provided).

• Good communication skills.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working with children, especially in a school setting.

• First Aid and/or Food Hygiene training.

Additional Information:

• This post is subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.

• The role is term-time only and excludes school holidays.

Information about the school

Ellington Infant School is an exciting place to be, providing a happy, safe, caring and supportive environment where children are confident and experience personal success.

We aim to provide children with an education that is creative, enjoyable and relevant and is tailored to meet individual needs. We seek to provide a caring atmosphere in which everyone can develop and grow in confidence. The whole staff team work to support children to be the best they can be, and act as positive role models showing respect for all individuals.

We are committed to working at the heart of our community in partnership with parents and our neighbours, for the benefit of all. Please see our website and social media pages for more information on what we do.

Staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children at all times.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs V Bowman
• Address:High Street, St Lawrence, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 0QH
• Telephone: (01843) 591638
• Email: vbowman@ellington-infant.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01843 851 552