Meals supervisor
| Posting date: | 27 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 04 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, SE13 7QP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | e94ecc3d-940e-440c-8c7d-5dfb3dcb0042 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Proven experience of supervising children in a paid or unpaid capacity
An understanding of the importance of the school meal / packed lunch and the midday break as a social and educational occasion
An understanding of the importance of safeguarding and the wellbeing of children
An ability to work as a member of a team
The ability to relate to pupils and to deal with them patiently and firmly using positive strategies
What the school offers its staff
Opportunities for professional development
Chance to work with a friendly, enthusiastic team
Commitment to safeguarding
As a caring organisation with direct responsibility for children, our first concern must be the welfare of every child in our care. There may be occasions when we have to consult with other agencies even before we contact parents, particularly in relation to child protection concerns. Should this be necessary, then we will ensure that we speak to parents about any concerns that we have raised at an appropriate time. The procedures we follow form part of our statutory duty and have been issued by the Greenwich Safeguarding Children Partnership.
Proven experience of supervising children in a paid or unpaid capacity
An understanding of the importance of the school meal / packed lunch and the midday break as a social and educational occasion
An understanding of the importance of safeguarding and the wellbeing of children
An ability to work as a member of a team
The ability to relate to pupils and to deal with them patiently and firmly using positive strategies
What the school offers its staff
Opportunities for professional development
Chance to work with a friendly, enthusiastic team
Commitment to safeguarding
As a caring organisation with direct responsibility for children, our first concern must be the welfare of every child in our care. There may be occasions when we have to consult with other agencies even before we contact parents, particularly in relation to child protection concerns. Should this be necessary, then we will ensure that we speak to parents about any concerns that we have raised at an appropriate time. The procedures we follow form part of our statutory duty and have been issued by the Greenwich Safeguarding Children Partnership.