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Midday Supervisor

Lakeview School · Bedford · Bedford

Job description

Responsible to the School Business Manager, and under the general direction of

the Headteacher, ensure the safety and general welfare and proper conduct of the

children during lunchtimes.

Job Purpose

As a key member of the school's support team during the lunch period, the ideal candidate will ensure the safety, welfare and good behaviour of children, foster a positive and inclusive environment in the lunch hall, communicate effectively with staff and children, work collaboratively as part of a team and approach duties with a proactive, "can-do" attitude.

We are looking for:

A reliable supervisor who demonstrates high standards of personal integrity, discretion and professionalism while maintaining a safe and welcoming lunch environment.

A strong communicator with the ability to form positive, constructive relationships with children, school staff and other stakeholders.

A proactive team player capable of actively supervising dining areas and adapting to the dynamic daily needs of the school day.

A safety-minded professional who will strictly adhere to Safeguarding, Child Protection, GDPR and Health & Safety regulations.

An engaged team member with prior experience working with children or a willingness to undertake relevant training e.g. First Aid, Safeguarding.

What we offer

In return, we can offer you a rewarding working environment within a caring school community. Benefits include:

A competitive salary and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with significant employer contributions.

A friendly, inclusive and supportive working environment with talented, dedicated colleagues.

Comprehensive induction, probation support and wider career development opportunities across a growing Multi-Academy Trust.

An Employee Assistance Programme


Safer Recruitment & Safeguarding

Lakeview School and Pioneer Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow robust safer recruitment processes, including online searches, during all recruitment.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate and checks of the relevant barred list/prohibition lists. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

CVs will not be accepted for any posts based in schools.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all ages, backgrounds and those with disabilities.

Want to know more?

Visits to the school are welcomed. For an informal discussion, to book a tour or further information about the role, please email our School Business Manager, Jo Shillington, at jshillington@pioneerlearningtrust.co.uk
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About this school

Lakeview School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11

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Academy trust
PIONEER LEARNING TRUST
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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Bedford, Bedford, MK42 6BH

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Salary
£12.85 Hourly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
22 July 2026
Closing date
7 August 2026

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