Midday Supervisor

About the job

Key information

• 7.50 hrs per week, term time only
• 12.15 to 13.45
• Permanent contract
• Grade 16 currently £13.28 an hour

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are seeking to appoint one caring, reliable and enthusiastic person who enjoys working with children. Previous experience working with children will be an advantage.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Reliability and efficiency.
• Experience supervising children, both indoors and outdoors, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Confidence in serving food and supporting children during mealtimes in a respectful and caring manner.
• Basic food safety knowledge, including the ability to check and record food temperatures accurately.
• High standards of cleanliness and hygiene, especially in food service and communal areas.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain a calm and positive atmosphere and encourage good behaviour.
• Teamwork and collaboration, working effectively with colleagues to support the smooth running of lunchtime routines.

What is in it for me?

• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.

DBS check

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Supporting documents and information

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (available on The Wessex Learning Trust website ), together with a letter of application for the attention of Helen Singleton, Office Manager. Your letter should be no more than two pages, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by email to helen.singleton@scjwells.co.uk

Closing Date: 12 October 2026

Interview Date: 20 October 2026

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.

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