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School Meals Supervisory Assistant

St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School · Bristol · Bristol, City of

Job description

School Meals Supervisory Assistant

Fixed term contract until 31 August 2027

Part time - 7.5 hours per week

Term Time Only plus Inset Days

NJC 3, starting annual salary £4,540 (£13.28 per hour)

We are looking for a support member of staff with a passion for supporting the learning of our children.

Our school serves a diverse community, where, as recognised by Ofsted, “inclusion is at the heart of the school” and there is “a real sense of belonging” for both pupils and staff.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a united, committed and forward-thinking team, where relationships, inclusion and high expectations sit at the heart of everything we do.

Ofsted noted that “staff feel valued” and that leaders foster “a deep sense of pride and belonging among the staff team.”

You will play a key role in shaping the experience of our pupils, ensuring they are inspired, supported and challenged to achieve their full potential.

We are looking for:

  • a caring and enthusiastic individual who can lead fun, engaging activities while maintaining a safe environment
  • passionate individuals who enjoy working with children aged 4-11
  • excellent communicators who can build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
  • team players who are proactive, flexible, and organised
  • responsibilities include supporting children’s play and activities, assisting with snacks, and ensuring a welcoming, safe environment
  • a commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school
  • the ability to show initiative and adapt to the needs of the role
  • a willingness to work well as part of the team
  • are determined, resilient and have high expectations of themselves and others
  • are flexible, have a good sense of humour and has an understanding of the 'bigger picture'.

We can offer:

  • friendly, motivated and caring children who are keen to learn
  • an enthusiastic and committed staff
  • supportive leadership from Principal, CEO, MAT Directors, Governors and an engaged parent community
  • a commitment to your continuing professional development
  • the opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference in a school that is ambitious, inclusive and rapidly improving.

Visits are very welcome. Please contact the school office, to arrange a visit - 01173772260.

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About this school

St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–11

Inadequate
Pupils
135
Avg teacher salary
£44,745
Pupil:teacher ratio
16.9:1
Academy trust
THE CARDINAL NEWMAN CATHOLIC EDUCATIONAL TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS5 0TJ

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Salary
£25,614.00 Annually (FTE)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
4 September 2026
Closing date
25 September 2026

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