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Midday Meals Supervisor - Fixed Term

Herne Bay Infant & Nursery School, Herne Bay

  • Ref:KCC886-2263-275S
  • Posted:16/03/2026
  • Pay:KSA (£13.56 per hour)
  • Start Date:As soon as possible
  • App Close Date:30/03/2026 at 12:00
  • Interviews:21/04/2026

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We have a vacancy for a Midday Meal Supervisor and are looking forward to welcoming somebody into our wonderful team.

What does this job entail?

Our Midday Meal Supervisor team work with the children on the playground and in the hall for the duration of their lunch break.

Our school is committed to OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning), and recognise the importance of lunchtimes for our pupils. We were recently awarded a Gold OPAL Award for our provision, reflecting the high quality of play provided. As a Midday Meal Supervisor, you would be part of our Play Team, supporting this provision during lunchtime.

A full job description and person specification is attached to this vacancy.

What can we offer you, as a staff member at Herne Bay Infant and Nursery School?

  • A supportive community
  • A workplace committed to the wellbeing of their staff, providing a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, as well as access to trained on-site mental health first aiders
  • Access to thousands of high street discounts through the Kent Rewards scheme, as well as the ability to apply for a Blue Light Card
  • A generous Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Full access to an online library of free education-based training webinars and online courses, allowing for self-driven professional development if desired

Are you interested?

The position would be term time for 6 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 11:54 – 13:06. This is to provide an hour of lunch supervision, plus a little extra time for set up and handover time.

This role is a fixed term position until 31st December 2026 at present, with potential for extension.

If you are flexible, child-friendly, with a sense of humour, and can also use your initiative and be proactive, we would welcome your application.

Previous experience would be welcomed, however, not required as training and support will be provided.

Please apply online through Kent Teach. 

Information about the school

This large thriving school is well established in the area and shares a site with Herne Bay Junior School, bounded by Kings Road and Stanley Road and enjoying a central position in the town.

The school is a 3 form entry with a nursery and there are currently 250 children on roll. There is a good staff/pupil ratio throughout the school ensuring an inclusive, creative, supportive and secure environment.

As a school committed to safeguarding children all staff members will undergo an enhanced DBS check and candidates will be assessed on their suitability to work with children. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, checks include references, online searches and health clearance before employment.

The school's policies, including Recruitment, Ex-Offenders, Child Protection and Whistleblowing, can be found here: https://www.herne-bay.kent.sch.uk/policies/

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.