School Meals Supervisory Assistant

Eagley Infant School; Dunscar; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagley Infant School invites applications for a School Meals Supervisory Assistant to supervise pupils at lunchtimes, promoting safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour. The post emphasizes safeguarding, team collaboration and constructive feedback to pupils and staff.

The role is permanent and located at the school, with part-time pattern during term time. The ideal candidate will have experience in Early Years settings, GCSEs in Maths and English, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in an Early Years setting.
• Knowledge and understanding of children’s development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils at lunchtime.
• Promote positive behaviour and model appropriate conduct.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff to support learning and safety.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify pupils needing support or supervision.

Skills

Safeguarding awareness

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Communication with staff

Education

GCSE Maths and English (A-C or 9-4)

Job description

Job Title: School Meals Supervisory Assistant

Salary: Grade B SCP 4

Working Pattern: 11.30am-1pm (Monday-Friday) Term Time

Working Hours: 7.5 hours

Contract Type: Permanent

Required : ASAP

Closing Date: 18TH September 2026 Interview date: 23rd September 2026

The Role

Senior Staff and Trustees invite applications from a dedicated and hardworking SMSA

The main purpose of the job involves providing effective support and overseeing the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during lunchtime.

This includes promoting and modelling good behaviour, forming positive relationships with pupils and staff. The aim being to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.

About you

We are looking for a SMSA who has:

• High expectations of all pupils; respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic background and a commitment to their safety, welfare and good conduct
• Awareness of safeguarding principles and safe working practices.
• Experience of working in an Early Years setting.
• Knowledge and understanding of children’s development
• activities to ensure effective teaching and learning. Ability to give feedback in a constructive manner.
• GCSE Mathematics and English qualification Grades A-C or 9-4 or the equivalent

Please note the school’s competencies, which are considered to be essential for all

roles, are listed below.

We are looking for a SMSA who will:

• Work effectively within a team environment Liaise with members of staff to identify pupils who need individual or group work.
• Build effective working relationships with all pupils and colleagues.
• Promote a positive ethos and role model positive attributes.
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.
• Demonstrate and promote the positive values, attitudes and behaviour they expect from the pupils with whom they work.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and carry out role effectively, knowing when to seek help and advice.
• Be committed to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people.
• Recognise when pupils are in danger of risk or harm and know what actions to take to protect them, in accordance with school procedure.

About us

We can offer you:

• A hardworking, dedicated and talented set of colleagues
• Friendly, enthusiastic and motivated children with excellent behaviour
• A supportive and forward-thinking staff team
• An innovative school with a broad and balanced curriculum
• Staff with high expectations of behaviour, learning and personal development
• Supportive Trustees and whole school community
• An excellent opportunity to influence and shape the future of our school, staff and pupils
• Parents who work with school in ensuring the best for their child
• A school site that provides a wealth of outdoor learning opportunities

Visits to the school are welcomed; please contact Mrs Alison Robinson School Administrator to arrange on 01204 333650.

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Completed application forms should be returned to the School Business Manager, Emma Pimbley via email: [e-mail]

Eagley Infant School are committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a barred list check

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