School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA)

Action HR; Heathfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

First aid training

Safeguarding training

Supportive team

Job summary

Heathfield Schools' Partnership is seeking an enthusiastic SMSA relief worker to support pupils during term-time. The role operates Monday to Friday in short, ad hoc daily slots between 11:20 and 13:35, with opportunities for regular hours as needed.

The successful candidate will have experience with children, a calm manner, and enjoy teamwork within a supportive school environment. Full training in safeguarding and play support is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience interacting with children.
• Calm demeanor and ability to work in a team.
• Term-time availability and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision in playground/play areas as SMSA.
• Support daily activities and play time for children.
• Ad hoc relief with potential regular work.

Skills

Interacting with children

Team player

Job description

Job Reference kingstonandsuttonschools/TP/2005/103

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Casual

Term time only contract

15.74 - 15.97

Working Hours:

6.25

Location:

Heathfield Schools' Partnership

Closing Date:

04/11/2026

Job Category:

Support Staff

Region / Division:

Job Introduction

Hours : availability Monday-Friday between 11:20 and 1:35 (term time only, including INSET days for training), for a minimum of 1.25 hours per day and a maximum of 2.25 hours per day. Hours will be ad hoc, but may lead to regular work as required.

We are looking for an enthusiastic practitioner to join our SMSA team, initially on a relief basis. The successful candidate will have experience interacting with children, have a calm manner and be willing to work as part of a team.

We are a highly inclusive, ambitious school with a strong commitment to ensuring that all children are valued and achieve the best they possibly can.

We can offer:

• Training in first aid, safeguarding and supporting children with play.
• A committed, well-run team
• A supportive, inclusive and welcoming environment to work in

Closing date for completed application forms: 4th November 17:00

Interviews will take place on 12th November 2026

As part of the interview, candidates will be asked to play a short playground game with a small group of children which will be observed by the interviewer(s).

For more information about the interview process, or if you would like to visit the school prior to applying, please contact Christine Bhika by telephoning on 020 8894 4074 or e-mailing [e-mail]

Heathfield Schools' Partnership (HSP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers work together to create an environment in which everyone feels safe. Safeguarding requires a continuing commitment from all staff and governors to ensure the safety and welfare of children is embedded in all of our processes and procedures. This position is subject to, but not exhaustive of; identity checks, employment history, relevant qualifications, a satisfactory fully enhanced DBS check and references being received. The school may choose to do online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence checks ahead of an interview.