School Meals Supervisory Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £12.65/hour 4PA01. Support Staff National Scale 1a |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bedminster, Bristol, BS3 5JL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1531436 |
Summary
At Oasis Academy Marksbury Road, we have a new position open for a School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA) to join our friendly lunchtime team, helping to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for our pupils during the midday break. This role is for 2 hours a day during term time. Please check our website for updated term dates, you will be required on inset days too for training. Job overviewYou’ll be responsible for supervising pupils during the lunch period in the dining hall, promoting positive behaviour and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children. You’ll help maintain a calm and friendly atmosphere, encourage good table manners, and support pupils in their play. You’ll also be expected to respond to minor behavioural needs and report any concerns to senior staff.Job requirementsAbility to engage positively with children and promote good behaviourReliability and flexibility to support additional hours when neededGood communication skills and a caring approachAbility to work as part of a team and follow safeguarding procedurePlease see more in the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.Why join us?As an SMSA, you’ll be able to take pride in ensuring a safe and enjoyable lunchtime experience for our pupils, contributing as a key part of a wider team to support the daily running of the school. You’ll have access to training and professional development opportunities within this post, building on key skills to ensure you have a comprehensive and full working knowledge of pupil supervision and wellbeing.Safeguarding StatementOasis Academy Marksbury Road is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.