Job Description

About the Role

Mid-day Meal Supervisor (temporary, at least until July 2026) - Bramber Primary - Worthing

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Bramber Primary School is a one-form entry, friendly and nurturing primary school with 208 children on roll. An exciting opportunity exists for a mid-day meal supervisor to join our well-established team. You will play an important part in our team supporting pupils, during the lunch hour.



The successful candidate will work as part of a team to support positive pupil behaviour and lead engaging play activities during the midday break. Responsibilities include supervising playground activities in all weather conditions (appropriate clothing required) and overseeing pupils while they eat. The role involves ensuring the health, safety, welfare, good conduct, and safeguarding of all pupils, with consideration for those with special or additional needs.



The successful candidate will also be expected to report any incidents in accordance with school policy.

Individuals in this role may also undertake some or all of the following:

Assist in the supervision of other activities during the midday break, including setting out and storing equipment. Clean up spillages of food or liquid during meal service. Wipe down tables and clean dining areas between meals. Sweep up after food has been served. Supervise children playing before or after their lunch.

We are looking for a candidate who:

Is responsible, reliable and committed to the job role. Has a positive attitude to behaviour and able to relate well with children and adults alike. Is enthusiastic Is flexible, adaptable and reliable Ideally has some experience working with children

As a school we can offer you:

A welcoming and warm school with a shared vision and family ethos Friendly, hardworking, committed and supportive colleagues Highly motivated, happy and well-behaved children with very positive attitudes to learning Well informed, proactive Governors Beautiful surroundings and excellent resources.

Visits to the school prior to application are warmly welcomed.



Please contact our office team on

01903 219277

to make an appointment or email:

office@bramberprimary.com

Job Details

Salary:

Pay Grade G02, Points 2 - 3,Actual salary 2,740.75 - 2,783.75

Contract Type:

Fixed term, part time

Hours:

Monday to Friday 12.00 - 13.00. Term time only

Working Pattern:

Monday to Friday, 12.00-13.00

Location:

Bramber Primary, Worthing, BN14 8QB

Posted Date:

12th January 2026

Closing Date:

18th January 2026

Interview Date:

26th January 2026

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role you will need to:


Supervise pupils in the dining area, playground and classrooms (wet play). Encourage pupils to eat their lunch and monitor those who don't, reporting any concerns to an appropriate adult. Monitor pupils that aren't engaging in play and feedback any concerns to class teachers. Set up and put away the tables, chairs and other equipment needed for eating in the lunch area. Manage pupils' entrance and exit from the lunch area in an orderly manner. Clean the hall (wipe tables, put tables away and sweep the floor). Observe pupils and the environment and take action to minimise any identified health and safety risks. Deliver first aid. If not first aid trained, refer incidents to a qualified first aider. Record and communicate details of incidents in line with the school reporting procedures. Feedback concerns relating to pupils' health and safety to a senior member of staff. Be aware of and support pupils with medical/dietary needs. Promote the school's policy around healthy eating to pupils. Record and communicate details of anti-social behaviour incidents in line school reporting procedures. Report any incidents of serious anti-social behaviour to the relevant staff member, in line with the School Wellbeing, relationships and self-regulation (Behaviour) Policy. Take necessary action to minimise disruption and harm to pupils, in line with the School Wellbeing, relationships and self-regulation (Behaviour) Policy. Make sure children tidy up after themselves in the lunch area and when using play resources/equipment. Follow any directions from class teachers on supporting specific pupils with challenging behaviour. Organise play activities to encourage pupils to play and make use of play equipment. Take on a play leader role. To receive new staff induction training in line with the school's policy. To receive appropriate training, as applicable, for all duties which are required within this job description. To receive the support from the class teacher and SLT (senior leadership team) and to work as a valued part of our whole school team.

This list of duties should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive.



There will be other duties and requirements associated with your job and, in addition, as a term of your employment you may be required to undertake various other duties as may be reasonably required.



Your duties will be as set out in the above job description but please note that the school reserves the right to update your job description, from time to time, to reflect changes in, or to, your job. You will be consulted about any proposed changes.

Further Information

Bramber Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Bramber Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.



Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).



Once complete please return this to

office@bramberprimary.com

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on

01903 219277

NOTE TO CANDIDATES

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The reference number for this role is SCHO01622.



Job Reference: SCHO01622