Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

NPT Pass; Wales; On-site; GBP 4,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Wales is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to ensure the safety and welfare of pupils during lunchtime. Responsibilities include supervising children in different settings, assisting them with meals, and promoting a positive lunchtime experience. This part-time position offers a salary of £3,293 per annum and is part of a permanent contract.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Responsible for securing the safety and welfare of pupils during lunchtime.
• Ability to engage children in games and maintain good communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunchtime in various settings.
• Assist children with their lunch and engage in activities.
• Maintain communication to support a positive experience.

Job description

Job details

Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant – Bryncoch C.I.W. Primary School

Location: Bryncoch C.I.W. Primary School
Job reference: REQ04725
Date posted: 30/09/2025
Application closing date: 14/10/2025
Salary: £3,293 per annum (Grade 1, Scale point 2)
Hours: 5 hours per day, Part time
Contract type: Permanent (Temporary Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant position; may commence as soon as checks are completed).
Package: Generous holiday entitlement, Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme with 22.4% employer contributions, discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure and excellent development opportunities.
Attachments: Job Description - LTS.doc; Person Spec - LTS.doc

Overview

The governing body, staff and pupils at Bryncoch Church In Wales Primary School wish to appoint a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to be responsible individually, and as a member of a team, during the school’s lunchtime break, for securing the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils, in accordance with the practices and procedures of the School / Local Authority.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in the dining hall, playground and inside the school building during lunchtime (including wet weather).
• Assist children with their lunch and engage them in playground and indoor games in a happy, caring and nurturing environment.
• Maintain good communication with children, listen and talk with them to support a positive lunchtime experience.

Safeguarding and recruitment

• This post is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check.
• Neath Port Talbot Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all staff and volunteers share this commitment. Safer recruitment processes will be applied to ensure children and young people are protected.
• This post is subject to an Enhanced Check (child’s list) from the Disclosure & Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

Applications and language

• Applications may be submitted in Welsh; Welsh-language applications will not be treated less favourably than English-language applications.
• For an informal chat, please contact the school by telephone on 01639 643359.
• Welsh: Not required.

Important dates

• Closing date: 14 October 2025
• Shortlisting and interviews: from 15 October 2025