Teaching Assistant and Midday Meal Supervisor

Governing Body; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St William Of York Catholic Primary School in Lewisham is seeking a Teaching Assistant and Midday Meal Supervisor. The role combines classroom support with a midday meals supervision, starting ASAP and running a fixed term until July 2027.

The post requires teaching intervention groups, with training provided, plus support for early reading and phonics. A team-based approach and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting young pupils with ASC and Speech and Language is essential.
• Must be able to work as part of a team with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach intervention groups; training will be given.
• Ideal understanding of early reading and phonics.

Skills

ASC support

Speech and Language

Teamwork

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths & English

Job description

Teaching Assistant & Midday Meal Supervisor - St William Of York Catholic Primary School

Lewisham Council View all jobs

• Lewisham, South East London
• £32,112 per year
• Contract
• Full-time

• 5 hours ago

Job Category: Class Support

Job Description:

Job title: Teaching Assistant and Midday Meal Supervisor

Start date: Asap

Hours: 26.25 hours (Teaching Assistant) + 5 hours (Midday Meal Supervisor)

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract (until July 2027)

Pay: TA £32,112 (pro rata to term-time only) (Scale 3, Spine Point 5) & MDMS £31,224 (pro rata to term-time only) (Scale 2, Spine Point 3)

We would love you to join our committed and hardworking team. Our school is a great place to learn and work. We can offer a supportive and friendly team of staff, governors, parents, pupils, and parishioners.

We are looking for someone to work with the class teacher, to ensure inclusion within the class setting and to support children with SEN. Experience of supporting young pupils with ASC and Speech and Language is essential.

You must be able to work as part of a team and have good communication skills. You must, of course, be committed to ensuring all children have a positive experience of learning, and understand your key role in making this a reality for our pupils. You must have a sense of humour and be willing 'to go the extra mile'. As part of your role, you will be required to teach intervention groups, training will be given. Ideally, you will also understand how to teach early reading and phonics.

You must also have a minimum of 5 GCSE's (A-C) including Maths and English, and preferably either A Levels or evidence of Higher education qualifications.

As well as working in the classroom, you will be required to work as a Midday Meals Supervisor, for which you will receive an additional payment. The successful candidate must be flexible and hardworking. In addition, a willingness to learn and a commitment to inclusion and equality is integral to the role.

The Governing Body of St William of York Catholic Primary School has a primary responsibility for the care, welfare, safety, and wellbeing of all our pupils and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants invited to interview stage will be required to complete a Self-Disclosure form in line with (KCSIE). Further vetting checks in line with the requirements of KCSIE, will be completed following a provisional offer of appointment.

School website:

Closing Date: 25th Sept 2026 - 3pm

Interview Date: 1st Oct 2026

The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service.