About this role
- Henley Primary School
- Address: Henley, Ipswich, Suffolk IP6 0QX
- Salary: £12.60 per hour
- Hours: 11.45am – 1pm, 6.75 hours a week (additional hours available for wraparound provision)
- Contract: Permanent. Required from 1 February 2026
- Reference: 8291
We are looking for a dedicated and friendly Midday Supervisor to join our wonderful staff team at Henley Primary School.
We are looking for someone who can organise and manage lunchtimes at school and understands the importance of lunchtimes as an integral part of our school day. Duties include helping pupils with their meals.
We are looking for an MDSA who will:
support with the supervision of pupils throughout the midday break ensuring that a good atmosphere is maintained
encourage children to have good eating habits and assist young children as required
maintain acceptable standards of behaviour, conduct and safety as laid down in the school policies
manage playing activities in ways that keep learners safe
set up and clear down of the dining and food areas
assist with the serving of all meals to pupils as requested
ensure that the kitchen and service areas are clean and tidy as requested
ensure health and safety regulations are followed
ensure that any injury or sickness relating to a pupil is referred for First Aid treatment.
We will offer you:
a comprehensive staff induction program
full support and training from a wider team
a wide range of staff benefits
an extensive Wellbeing support package
the opportunity for career progression within the trust
personalised performance management
a bespoke package of CPD as required.
Qualifications:
Basic level literacy and numeracy.
First aid (desirable) or willingness to complete training.
Level food hygiene (desirable) or willingness to complete training.
Please read the Job Description (pdf)
Please contact Laura Cross by either email [email protected] or by calling 01473 831556 for more information about this role.
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What you'll do
- The Midday Supervisor will organise and manage lunchtimes, ensuring a good atmosphere and supporting pupils during their midday break. Responsibilities include supervising meals, maintaining safety, and managing play activities.
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