Term-Time Primary School Mealtime Supervisor

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 3,600; Part time

Job summary

Shawlands Primary School in Barnsley is seeking a part-time School Meals Supervisory Assistant (Grade 2) to join its midday team. The role covers 6.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during term time only, with permanent status from September 2026.

The post involves safeguarding responsibilities and working under the direction of a line manager. Applicants should demonstrate empathy with primary age children and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Patience and understanding to support pupils with specific needs.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team of midday assistants.
• Ability to follow directions from a line manager.
• Empathy with primary age children.
• Strong communication with people at all levels.
• Enthusiasm and commitment to role.
• Secure understanding of children’s safeguarding.

Skills

Patience & understanding

Initiative

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Enthusiasm

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Shawlands Primary School in Barnsley is seeking a part-time School Meals Supervisory Assistant (Grade 2) to join its midday team. The role covers 6.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during term time only, with permanent status from September 2026.

The post involves safeguarding responsibilities and working under the direction of a line manager. Applicants should demonstrate empathy with primary age children and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.