Job Introduction
Midday Controller
Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School
Hours: 8 hours a week, 38 weeks per year
Salary: Grade 4, SCP 12 (£28,153 - £31,015 pro rata)
Start Date – To be discussed with successful applicant
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Midday Controller to join our team at Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School. We are looking for someone to join our lunchtime team to ensure smooth running of our lunchtime supervision. You will be required to complete Basic Food Hygiene training along with safeguarding training.
We are looking for someone that will be able to develop the lunchtime provision, undertake administration duties in connection with lunchtime cover, staff rota’s hot school meal provision, manage the team of midday supervisors, be confident in dealing with supervision of children and managing accidents and incidents during the lunch period.
Previous midday experience would be advantageous to be able to develop and offer advice and support to the Senior Leadership Team, however, training and development would be offered.
In return our school offers a welcoming, safe, happy learning environment where everyone is respected and listened to; a school where we take pride in ourselves and our achievements, enabling children to become confident and successful learners.
We recognise the value of each individual and provide a wealth of opportunities for children to realise their potential. We work in partnership with pupils, governors, the local and wider community to encourage children to strive for excellence and aim high, laying the foundations for life-long learning.
Closing Date: Thursday 1st October 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 7th October 2026
To discuss this role further please contact Sarah.Bach@cowley.lincs.sch.uk by email or you can call the school office on 01775 820467. Application packs are available on the school website.
Horizon Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should note that this post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
Please note that we are unable to accept a CV as an application.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
