Thorpe Hesley Primary School
Rotherham
Salary:
Actual pay £2,912 (£24,796 FTE)
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 October 2025
Apply by:
12 September 2025
Job overview
Hours: Part time, 5 hours per week, Term Time only (38 weeks per year)
Do you enjoy working with children and want to play a part in your local school community?
We are looking for a caring, approachable individual to join our team as a School Meals Supervisory Assistant (Lunchtime Supervisor / Midday Supervisor).
This role involves just one hour a day during lunchtimes, making it ideal for parents, carers or local residents who are looking for flexible work that fits around other commitments.
You'll help pupils aged 3 to 11 enjoy a happy, safe lunchtime, whether that's by supporting in the dining hall, encouraging positive play outside or working alongside our friendly team to keep things running smoothly. We're looking for people with patience, a good sense of humour, and a flexible, can-do attitude.
About Us:
Thorpe Hesley Primary is an Outstanding, larger-than-average school with around 550 pupils from Nursery to Year 6, based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.
As part of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT), we believe every role makes a difference in shaping young people's futures. We are a values-driven and inclusive organisation where 96% of staff say they feel a shared sense of purpose and pride. Our culture is supportive and forward-thinking, with a strong focus on wellbeing, flexibility, and professional development for all staff.
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Our benefits include:
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible working and special leave policies
* Lieu days and annual wellbeing day
* Funded CPD and professional development opportunities
* Strong track record of internal promotion
* Access to wellbeing support and occupational health services
* Cycle to Work Scheme and technology purchase scheme
* Modern, well-equipped working environments
* Free on-site parking (at most locations)
To find out more and to apply, please click the apply button.
Closing date: 9am on Friday 12 September 2025.
Interview date: Thursday 18th September 2025.
NCLT has a commitment to safeguarding students and the successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks in line with Safer Recruitment guidance. It is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We value diversity and actively promote equality of opportunity. As a Disability Confident Leader, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be offered an interview.
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About Thorpe Hesley Primary School
Thorpe Hesley Primary School
Upper Wortley Road, Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S61 2PL
United Kingdom
An exciting opportunity to join an Outstanding team
Thorpe Hesley Primary School is a happy, welcoming, vibrant place full of children and staff who have a real enthusiasm for learning. The most important part of our Outstanding school is the pupils and they are at the heart of everything we do. We believe every child should be prepared for an ever-changing world through an inspiring, bespoke and creative curriculum.
We aim to provide a safe, happy environment for children and adults which embraces the whole community and where everyone feels welcomed and supported. We constantly strive to be the best we can be and give our children the best opportunities and experiences we can. Every member of staff in our school are fully committed to giving the school and our pupils their best.
We are a friendly, larger than average school, catering for around 550 pupils from Early Years Foundation stage through to Year 6. Every member of staff in school, as well as our Advisory Group, are fully committed to giving the school and our pupils their best.
Thorpe Hesley Primary School sits within the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT), a multi-academy Trust which currently comprises of three 16-19 Colleges, three primary schools and one 11-16 Academy. NCLT was awarded 'Employer of the Year' in the 2023 MAT Excellence Awards and is recognised as a Leader in Diversity and a Disability Confident Employer. Collaboration is at the core of our work and we have a shared commitment to providing an outstanding learning experience and making a positive contribution to social mobility and the lives of young people.
Thank you for considering the exciting opportunities available with us.
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