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This is an exciting time to join Caldew School. We have had a significant investment from the Story Group of Companies that is enabling us to improve our facilities, provide high quality professional development for our staff and give our students opportunities, experiences and support that will raise their aspirations and achievement.

We welcome visits from potential applicants via prior arrangement. Please get in touch with the school office on 01228 710044 if you would like a tour. 

All roles involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

Caldew School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils. Our Safeguarding Policy can be found using the following link: Safeguarding Policy

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS.

Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer.

MIDDAY SUPERVISOR

Hours: 11.25 hrs/week

£12.85 - £13.05/hour (PCD3) Permanent, term-time only.

Midday Supervising staff work 38 weeks + 3 days/year

Actual Salary £6,632 – £6,736

We are looking for a Midday Supervisor to join our established catering team to start as soon as possible. Starting salary: £6,632.

Caldew is a well-established secondary school in the Dalston area of Carlisle. We have over a thousand students to whom we provide an outstanding in-house catering service. We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly individual to join our team, preferably with experience of working in a busy food or educational environment but personalised training will be provided to ensure you have the tools to complete the role to a required standard.

At Caldew we have a small group of dedicated supervising midday staff who support behaviour standards in the dining area of school. The provision is supplemented by support from the existing teaching and support staff team to manage the wider lunchtime experience for students. We are looking to recruit a midday supervisor with a friendly and professional outlook to ensure that the experience of students is efficient and safe. This is a vital role in a fast-paced environment.

Closing date and shortlisting: 12 noon Wednesday 28 January 2026.

Interviews: Friday 30 January 2026.

Please see our website or contact us for an application form on (01228) 710044. Applications by CV will not be accepted.

All roles involve regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

Caldew School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils. Our Safeguarding Policy can be found using the following link: request.pdf

In line with keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS.

Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer

MDS Job Description

Role Profile PCD3 MDS