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From the employer's careers site First seen 26 Oct 2026

School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA)

Salary

GBP 15.74 - 15.97 per hour

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Description

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

The school is highly inclusive and ambitious, with a strong commitment to ensuring that all children are valued and achieve their best.

Responsibilities:

  • Interact with children in a calm and supportive manner
  • Work as part of a team to provide high-quality support

Benefits:

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

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.

The interview process will include a short playground game with a small group of children, which will be observed by the interviewer(s).

This position is subject to identity checks, employment history, relevant qualifications, a satisfactory fully enhanced DBS check, and references being received.

Skills

Required

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You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://www.jobsgopublic.com/job/school-meals-supervisory-assistant-smsa-108825

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