School Meal Supervisory Assistant

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 2,400 - 3,200; Part time

Job summary

Brierley C of E School is recruiting a part-time School Meal Supervisory Assistant on a term-time basis. The role covers lunchtime supervision, safety and welfare of pupils, and supporting feeding programmes where needed.

The post is fixed to term-time with an actual salary of £2,808.25 for 5 hours weekly. The successful candidate will supervise students, promote positive behaviour, maintain dining area cleanliness, and report concerns through established procedures.

Qualifications

• Supervise students during the midday break.
• Support students in dining areas and feeding programmes where required.
• Maintain cleanliness in dining areas between sittings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during the midday break in school grounds and building.
• Monitor and support students in designated dining areas while they eat.
• Clear spillages and debris to keep dining spaces ready for use.

Skills

Supervision

Behaviour support

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Job description

School Meal Supervisory Assistant | Actual Salary £2808.25 | Brierley C of E School

Brierley S of E School

School Meal Supervisory Assistant

Permanent - part time (Term time Only)

NJC SCP3

5 hours per week

Actual Salary £2808.25

Exciting opportunities are available for individuals seeking a rewarding career in education or a fresh challenge within a caring, supportive and inspiring learning environment at Brierley School.

Purpose of the Role

The successful candidate will provide supervision for students during the midday break, helping to maintain a safe, positive, and orderly environment. The role is vital in supporting the welfare, behaviour and wellbeing of our students throughout lunchtime periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise students both within the school building and across the school grounds during the midday break.
• Monitor and support students in designated dining areas while they eat their lunch, including assisting with feeding programmes where required.
• Maintain cleanliness in dining areas by clearing spillages and debris from tables, chairs, and floors between sittings, ensuring facilities are ready for continued use.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to any incidents that arise and report concerns regarding student behaviour, welfare, or safety using the school's reporting procedures.
• Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all students.

Person Specification

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• The ability to maintain good conduct, discipline, and the overall wellbeing of students.
• An understanding of the needs of children and young people across a range of age groups.
• The ability to respond calmly, quickly, and effectively to situations as they arise.
• Professionalism in maintaining appropriate relationships with students, colleagues, teachers, and other school staff.
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
• A willingness to follow instructions and established procedures.
• The ability to maintain absolute confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience of supervising children and young people aged 2 to 19 years.
• Evidence of basic competence in English.

We welcome applications from enthusiastic, reliable and caring individuals who are committed to supporting young people and making a positive difference within our school community.

Closing Date: Tuesday 8 th October2026, 12 Noon

Interviews: Monday 12 th October

All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be taken up prior to the interview.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

School Meal Supervisory Assistant | Actual Salary £2808.25 | Brierley C of E School