Midday Lunch Supervisor (Stubbington, Fareham)

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Role: Midday Lunch Supervisor

Hours: 15 Hours per Week

Salary: Up to £7931.04 per Annum

Location: Meoncross School

Contract: Term-Time / Part Time

About Meoncross School

At Meoncross School, we believe that education should inspire curiosity, build confidence, and prepare young people to thrive in an ever-changing world. Nestled on the beautiful south coast, we are a vibrant independent school catering to children from Nursery through to Year 11. Here, academic excellence is harmoniously balanced with outstanding pastoral care and a genuine sense of community.

Our unique Coastal Education curriculum takes full advantage of our stunning location, enriching learning through environmental awareness, outdoor experiences, and meaningful connections with the local community. We encourage our pupils to think creatively, develop resilience, and become responsible global citizens, all while nurturing a lifelong love of learning.

The wellbeing of our pupils and staff is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels valued, listened to, and empowered to reach their potential. We recognize that happy, motivated staff are essential for providing the very best education, and we actively promote professional development, collaboration, and a healthy work-life balance.

As part of the Blenheim Schools Group, we combine the warmth and personal touch of a close-knit school community with the opportunities, expertise, and support of a broader educational organization.

If you are passionate about education, share our commitment to excellence and wellbeing, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, we would be thrilled to welcome your application!

Role Purpose

As a Midday Lunch Supervisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our pupils enjoy a safe, positive, and well-supervised lunchtime experience. Working as part of our dedicated school team, you will uphold the school's values and standards, support pupil wellbeing, and contribute to a caring and inclusive environment while adhering to school policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and positive behavior.
• Operate tills accurately and efficiently while providing excellent customer service to pupils and staff.
• Promote good table manners, hygiene, and respectful behavior within the dining hall.
• Support meal service, assist pupils as needed, clear tables, and maintain a clean and welcoming environment.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, health and safety, and encourage recycling and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with school and catering staff to support pupil welfare and address any concerns.
• Complete food safety duties, including stock rotation, temperature checks, and food waste monitoring.
• Maintain confidentiality, attend required training, and contribute positively to the wider school community.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties requested by the Catering Manager, Headteacher, or Senior Leadership Team.

What You Will Bring

• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative.
• Team player with a collaborative spirit.
• Strong relationship-building skills with children and young people.
• Flexible approach to working.
• Willingness to undertake training.
• Resilience and a positive attitude.
• Good standard of personal hygiene.
• Awareness of Health and Safety (desirable).

Benefits

• Enjoy lunch during term time.
• Benefit from a school fee discount.
• Access to shopping discounts.

Meoncross School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect, regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right applicant.