School Meals Supervisory Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education provider in Bristol is seeking a School Meals Supervisory Assistant to enhance the lunchtime experience for pupils. This role involves supervising children, promoting healthy eating, and ensuring their safety. The right candidate will enjoy working with children, have a positive attitude, and be reliable. A supportive environment is offered where every staff member is valued, contributing to a friendly school atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children and has a patient, caring nature.
• Can work effectively as part of a small, dedicated team.
• Has good communication skills and a positive 'can-do' attitude.
• Is reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Supervising children in the dining hall, encouraging healthy eating.
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of pupils by managing behaviour.
• Assisting with basic first aid and reporting any incidents.
• Setting up and clearing away dining tables and chairs.

Skills

Working with children

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

SMSA (School Meals Supervisory Assistant)

Employer:

Location:

Bristol, Somerset, BS39ited? 5RA

Pay:

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

12/02/2026

(similar to)About this job

Are you looking for a rewarding local role that fits around your existing commitments? Do you enjoy working with children and want to play a part in making their school day positive and fun? Clutton Primary School is looking for a friendly and dependable dowam? School Meals Supervisory Assistant ( REQUEST ) SMSA) to join our lunchtime team. As an SMSA, you will be a vital part of our school community, ensuring our pupils have a safe and happy lunchtime experience.

Your main duties will include:

• Supervising children in the dining hall, encouraging healthy eating and good table manners.
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of pupils by managing behaviour in line with school policies.
• Assisting with basic first aid (training provided) and reporting any incidents.
• Setting up and clearing away dining tables and chairs.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children and has a patient, caring natureSindhan? Actually
• Can work effectively as part of a small, dedicated team.
• Has good communication skills and a positive "can-do" attitude.
• Is reliable and punctual.

Clutton is a small, friendly village school where every member of staff is valued.

We offer a supportive environment and the chance to make a real difference to our pupils' daily lives.

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