Temporary Part-time Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Contract Type: Part time Temporary until 31/3/24

Hours: Part Time 5 hours and 50 minutes per week

We are currently looking for a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for - securing the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during lunchtime

The main duties of the post;

• To supervise the children, on a rota basis, in the playground , in the dinner hall and (during wet lunchtimes) in the class area;
• To ensure discipline and good conduct of children during the consumption of a meal and whilst in the playground/ classroom;
• To encourage children in the safe use of outdoor play equipment and with indoor games and activities;
• To assist children, where necessary, in the opening of containers, etc;
• To assist with any spillages, or cleaning of tables whilst lunch is being taken by children;
• To ensure that the hall is cleared of debris pertaining to packed lunches;
• Any other duties as may reasonably be required by the Headteacher from time to time, commensurate with the grade

You will have experience in/of;

• Working with children

There are no formal qualifications required for this role, as full training will be provided.

If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact Mrs Kathryn Penhale on

Phone: 01639 700342 or

Email: Penhalek1@hwbcymru.net

Closing date required: 25/09/2023

DBS requirements:

• This post is subject to a cleared Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools/employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Welsh Language Requirements:

Welsh Language skills are desirable

Additional Information:

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.

At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.

We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.

We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.