Midday Meals Supervisor - Downsbrook Primary School

Downsbrook Primary School is a thriving, imaginative and forward thinking school that is full of creativity, ambition and drive. Our aim is to provide all children with the best possible learning opportunities in order to develop into independent, confident and intellectually curious individuals. We are a small primary School with 311 pupils and we are part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust. We work in partnership with our Trust schools as well as our locality group of schools. Since joining Schoolsworks Academy Trust in 2018, Downsbrook has transformed in every aspect and we are delighted to have been rated as a ‘Strong Standard’ school in our June 2026 Ofsted.

Ref: 500102a Required: September 2026 or as soon as practicable Contract: Temporary until July 2027 Hours: 5 hours per week over 5 days, 38 weeks per year (term time only) 12.00pm to 1.00pm Salary: NJC Grade 2, SCP 3, £24,796 p.a. pro rata. Actual starting salary - £2,822 p.a. We are seeking to appoint a motivated, positive, dedicated, emotionally intelligent and enthusiastic team player to join our friendly, caring and committed lunchtime team. In particular, we are looking for supervisors to support children at lunchtimes in promoting positive play, teamwork, and friendship, as well as supporting children with their pastoral care. In addition, the role will include supervising children whilst eating their lunch and, following relevant training, providing minor first aid.

Downsbrook Primary School is part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust and the trust is fully committed to supporting the career development of all its’ staff.

Successful applicants will be someone who will: • Engage and motivate children to do their best, whilst having a passion and desire to want the very best for all children and a belief that every child can succeed, will creating a culture of friendship, positivity and teamwork at lunchtimes, in line with our school values. • Like all children and will be able to establish excellent relationships with children and colleagues. • Be an inspirational, positive, enthusiastic and supportive colleague, whilst being an excellent role model to children. • Be proactive and have a desire to improve their own practice, whilst being open to advice, feedback and guidance from colleagues. • Previous experience of working in a similar role and/or relevant training is desirable, but not essential.

We can offer you: · A happy and supportive environment where staff and children learn alongside each other. · Friendly and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning. · A forward looking school with high aspirations and standards. · Local government pension scheme · Staff benefits platform

The Schoolsworks Academy Trust and Downsbrook Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to successful DBS, health and qualifications checks and satisfactory references. Downsbrrok Primary School is part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust and the trust is fully committed to supporting the career development of all its staff.