Meal Time Supervisor – Paddock School – Greater London

Company: London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames
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Meal Time Supervisor – Paddock School – Greater London

Salary: 9,302 per annum Inner LondonJob Introduction

Full time 12.5 hours per weekWorking hours 11:30 to 14:00Contract – PermanentTerm time only – 39 WeeksStart date – We will need to undertake various safeguarding checks prior to appointment

Paddock is a special place where we put pupils interests first in everything we do.We are an Ofsted outstanding and innovative split site special school for pupils aged 4 19 with severe learning difficulties. Most of our children also have a diagnosis of autism.

We pride ourselves on the warm, nurturing culture of the school, and staff share a deep commitment to supporting the individual needs of our pupils. Every pupil here is known, understood and nurtured.

Our valued staff are exceptional practitioners who work as part of an extensive multi-disciplinary team of specialists to plan and deliver highly personalised learning opportunities that make learning fun, meaningful and engaging for our pupils.

Our reputation is founded on our high standards, and maintained by our caring, dedicated staff, who create a nurturing and inspirational atmosphere throughout the school. The whole team is enthusiastic and united in their desire to prepare pupils for life beyond Paddock.

To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:

Team Player

Compassion and Empathy

Keen to contribute to school life

Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential

Life Long Learning

Resilience

Celebrate Learning

Strong work ethic

We offer:

Highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to employee wellbeing scheme

School Direct routes into teaching

Opportunities for promotion within the school

Cycle 2 Work

Smart Schools Benefits (which include Lifestyle Savings, Wellness support, saving scheme for everyday expenses)

We would be delighted if you joined with us on this journey.

Please apply via the schools recruitment platformhttps://paddockschool.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies

Closing date: 3rd July 2026

Shortlisting uses the job description/person specification, please use this when completing the Additional Information to tell us about your skills and experience.

Interview dates: To be confirmed –We advise the candidates to apply as soon as possible and reserve the right to interview before the closing date and the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Paddock School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Please be advised that CVs are accepted for individuals interested in scheduling a school visit. However, to advance in the recruitment process, submission of the application form is. Please contact recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk to arrange a suitable time and date should you wish to visit Paddock.

Primary SchoolSt Margarets CrescentSW15 6HL

Head of School Deborah Dockery

Secondary School & Sixth FormBroadwater RoadSW17 0DZCo-Heads of School Lynette Martyn & Robert PearceWhole School Number: (020) 8878 1521 Website: www.paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk Executive Headteacher: Sarah Santos

Posted: June 18th, 2026