School Meals Supervisory Assistant

Lever Edge Primary Academy; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Lever Edge Primary Academy is seeking a School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA) to supervise pupils at lunchtimes in the main school or nursery, including the dining hall and playground. The role covers 8 ¾ hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only, with a pro rata salary to Grade B Point 3-4 (£25,614 - £26,016).

Start date ASAP. The successful candidate will be committed, energetic and able to work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Commitment, energy and flexibility.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• High standards and pride in the school environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunchtime in the main school or nursery.
• Work in the dining hall and on the playground.
• Organise games and activities during lunch period.

Job description

School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA)

8 ¾ hours per week (11.40 a.m. 1.25 p.m.)

Monday to Friday

Term time only.

Salary: Grade B Point 3-4 (£25,614 - £26,016)

Pro rata: £4,903

Start date: As soon as possible

The Trustees and the Head Teacher of Lever Edge Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a school meals supervisory assistant to work 1 ¾ hours per day over the lunchtime period.

The ideal candidate will be committed, energetic, flexible and able to work as part of a team, have high standards and take pride in the school environment.

The role entails supervising children during lunchtime either in main school or in the nursery, working in the dining hall and on the playground, organising games and activities.

Lever Edge Primary Academy is 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 Services. Job offers will also be subject to detailed and satisfactory references being received.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We may close the advertisement earlier if required.

Closing date: 9.00 a.m. Friday 18th September 2026

Supporting Documents

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