School Meal Supervisory Assistant

School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA) – 2 Posts (1 Fixed Term, 1 Relief) Location: Hampton Wick Infant and Nursery School, Teddington, TW11 Salary: NJC 03 Fixed-term post: £4,989.63 per annum Relief post: £15.29 per hour Hours: Fixed term – 1.5 hours per day; Relief – as required (typically 1.5 hours per shift). Contract: 1 Fixed-term post and 1 Relief/Cover post Are you passionate about working with children and making a difference in their school day? Hampton Wick Infant And Nursery School is looking for Relief School Meals Supervisory Assistants (SMSAs) to join our friendly team. This is a flexible, cover role, ideal for candidates who are happy to work as required to cover staff absence, sometimes at short notice. As a Relief SMSA, you will: Supervise and support our pupils during mealtimes and playtimes Encourage safe eating, support positive play, and promote good behaviour Assist with basic first aid (training provided) Be a positive role model for our children, supporting their wellbeing and safety What we’re looking for: Reliable, friendly, and flexible individuals Good communication and behaviour management skills Experience working with children is an advantage, but not essential Why join us? Flexible, as-and-when needed working pattern Opportunity to gain experience in a school environment Supportive and welcoming staff team Training opportunities About our school: Hampton Wick Infant And Nursery School is a vibrant primary setting in Teddington, with 184 pupils. We are committed to creating a warm and inclusive environment where every child is supported to thrive. Early applications are encouraged, as applications will be assessed as received and the advert may close early if the right candidate is found. Safeguarding and diversity: Hampton Wick Infant And Nursery School (Teddington, TW11) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership. Please note, CVs will not be accepted. As part of our Safer Recruitment process, our application form must be completed in full. Safeguarding Statement London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.