Relief Midday Supervisor

Meadow View; Swinton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school in Swinton is seeking caring individuals for the position of Relief School Meals Supervisory Assistants. This role is crucial in ensuring that lunchtimes are enjoyable and safe for pupils. Responsibilities include assisting children during lunch, encouraging positive behavior, and providing cover during staff illness. It is a perfect starting role within a school setting, working only during school hours and term-time.

Qualifications

• Able to work under their own initiative.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Existing first-aid qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist children at lunchtimes inside the dinner hall and outside on the playground.
• Encourage positive play and follow the school's behaviour policy.
• Keep children safe and report any injuries or illness.
• Provide cover during staff illness.

Skills

Patient and caring

Understanding of safeguarding

Job description

Overview

We are seeking caring and reliable individuals to join our team as Relief School Meals Supervisory Assistants (SMSAs). This role provides cover during periods of staff illness and is a vital part of ensuring that lunchtimes are safe, enjoyable, and well‑organised for our pupils. It is an ideal role for someone looking for a starting role within a school setting, working term‑time only, within school hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist children at lunchtimes both inside the dinner hall and outside on the playground.
• Encourage positive play and follow the school's behaviour policy.
• Keep children safe and report any injuries or illness.
• Provide cover during staff illness.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Patient and caring, able to work under their own initiative.
• Enjoy working with children and have a good understanding of safeguarding, including statutory guidance.
• Existing first‑aid qualification preferred; training provided if not.

Benefits

Term‑time only, school hours. Ideal starting role within a school setting.