Job Description
School Name: Maidenbower Junior School
School Website: www.maidenbowerjunior.co.uk
Salary: G03
Contract Type: Permanent, Term-time
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (11.30am - 1.30pm)
Working Hours: 10 per week
Location: Maidenbower Junior School
Advert Closing Date:06/11/2026
Interview Date:13/11/2026
Midday Meals Supervisor
This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Headteacher and a member of staff and will be reviewed annually.
Accountable to: Headteacher, Deputy Headteachers, and School Business Manager.
Your Terms and Conditions of Service are those which are set out in your contract of employment.
Job purpose
A midday supervisor will be part of a team that is responsible for supervising pupils and the school’s premises during the midday break to ensure that the break runs effectively and that the safety and welfare of pupils is maintained.
Context of Role:
Supervise pupils in the lunch area, playground and classrooms
Encourage pupils to eat their lunch and monitor those who don’t, reporting any concerns to the class teacher
Helping to transport pupils between the school building and dining hall
Leading the cleaning and clearing of eating areas after lunchtime, including the staff room.
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 up food and water spillages
About Us
Maidenbower Junior School (MJS) is a large five-form entry junior school in Crawley.At MJS we welcome all pupils into a supportive and inclusive community aimed at fulfilling potential. Pupils tell us that they are part of a safe and nurturing team where our incredible facilities help create exciting opportunities. Shared high expectations, an inspiring curriculum and the need to have fun combine to create high outcomes and memorable moments. We listen closely to our pupils and our school values – respect, responsibility, resilience, tolerance, curiosity and growth – underpin school life, preparing pupils for the next part of their journey. We work hard together, we reflect together and we celebrate together.
We can offer:
• An attractive, happy and purposeful working environment with a strong ethos of care, respect and concern for each other.
• Being part of large teams enables lots of support from skilled and experienced colleagues.
• Delightful children who are happy, responsive and keen to learn.
• A range of professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Supportive parents and Governors.
Visits are strongly recommended so you are able to see our impressive school environment and delightful pupils. Please call 01293 883758 or email Laura Harrison (SBM) at recruitment@maidenbowerjunior.co.uk to make an appointment.
What you Need To Succeed:
We are looking for someone to join us on our learning journey where we strive to continue to improve and inspire.The role will largely be supporting pupils with special educational needs on a 1:1 or small group basis, although may also be whole class support. Working hours are term-time only and the role includes lunchtime supervision responsibilities.
Safeguarding Statement:
Maidenbower Junior 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.
How to Apply:
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
To apply for this role please click on the Application Attachment links 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).
Please note that we not accept CVs as part of the application process.
Once complete please return this toLaura Harrison, School Business Manager –recruitment@maidenbowerjunior.co.uk
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please contact the school directly on 01293 883758 or at recruitment@maidenbowerjunior.co.uk
Application Attachments:
Application Form - Non Teaching
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