School Meal Supervisory Assistant

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Athersley South Primary School is seeking a dedicated School Meals Supervisory Assistant to supervise pupils at lunch times from 12:00 to 13:00. The role is fixed-term to July 2027 and requires DBS check and safeguarding. You will join a welcoming team and work under your own initiative to ensure safe and positive lunch-time for all children.

The post offers professional development opportunities and a supportive ECM network within the trust, helping to enhance pupil welfare and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children preferred.
• DBS check required and safeguarding knowledge desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunch times 12:00–13:00.
• Support safe and positive lunch-time behaviour.
• Work as part of a team to maintain welfare of pupils.

Skills

Teamwork

Child safety

Patience

Initiative

Job description

School Meal Supervisory Assistant | Grade 2 | Athersley South Primary School

School Meal Supervisory Assistant – Athersley South Primary School

Employer : Athersley South Primary School

Location : Wakefield Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3TP

Contract Type/Term : Fixed Term to July 2027

Start Date : Required for immediate start

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint enthusiastic individuals to undertake the role of School Meals Supervisory Assistant working lunchtimes from 12:00 to 1:00pm as and when required to ensure the maintenance of the safety and welfare of students at lunch time.

We are looking for someone who:

• is able to work as part of a larger team
• has high expectations of attitudes and behaviour
• enjoys working with children
• is patient and caring with a sense of fun
• is able to work under their own initiative
• is able to guide and supervise children in a firm but fair way

We can offer:

• an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children
• a welcoming, friendly and supportive team who work together to ensure the best outcomes for all our children
• a commitment to professional learning and development, including opportunities through ECM
• professional networks with staff from other ECM Trust schools

Athersley South Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts at our school are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

In addition, in accordance with advice issued in Keeping Children Safe In Education, as part of the shortlisting process, schools will carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on the shortlisted candidates.

School Meal Supervisory Assistant | Grade 2 | Athersley South Primary School

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