Cynorthwy-ydd Ystafell Fwyta/ Dining Room Assistant, Coed Y Dderwen Primary School

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking a Dining Room Assistant/Lunchtime Supervisor to supervise students during lunch in the school environment. The role involves assisting with the cleanup afterward. Ideal candidates will have experience in a supervisory role and the ability to provide essential qualifications. This part-time position offers an hourly rate of £13.26. Applications must be received by December 8, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising children during meal times is essential.
• Ability to assist with cleaning and tidying after meals.
• Evidence of relevant qualifications must be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunch in the hall and playground.
• Assist with cleaning and clearing areas post lunch.

Skills

Ability to supervise children

Cleaning and clearing skills

Ability to speak Welsh

Job description

Dining Room Assistant / Lunchtime Supervisor (x2)

Coed-Y-Dderwen Community Primary School Headteacher: Mrs S Townsin

Start date ASAP. 1 hour per day, 12.00pm to 1.00pm. £13.26 per hour (pro rata).

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising pupils during lunch time both in the school hall/classrooms with their lunch, and in the playground.
• Assisting with cleaning and clearing areas after lunch.

Appointment is subject to Local Agreements and terms and conditions.

Contact & Application

For further information please contact Sarah Townsin on 01685 351805 or email [e-mail].

You will be required to provide evidence of all qualifications specified as essential.

If you do not have access to the internet, application forms can be obtained by telephoning 01685 725000 and are to be returned no later than Monday 8th December 2025 to HR Administration, Civic Centre, Castle Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8AN.

Email: [e-mail].

Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

JOB REF: DR019-1725

Equal Opportunities and Confidentiality

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to protecting and safeguarding the most vulnerable people in our community. Rigorous pre-employment checks are undertaken for all appointments as part of our recruitment and selection process.

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We value diversity in our workforce and consider ourselves to be an Employer of Choice, committed to promoting and integrating equality of opportunity into all aspects of our work. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage applicants from all groups and backgrounds to apply and join us at Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council. We are strongly committed to eradicating discrimination in the workplace and ensure that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, disability, sex, race, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, religion or belief, gender identity and expression, and pregnancy and maternity.