Schools Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA)Contract: Permanent Salary: Grade JG1C SCP2 - £23,656 pro rataActual Salary: £3,433.22 per annumHours: 6 hours 15 minutes per week (1 hour 15 minutes per day), Monday to FridayStart Date: As soon as possible The RoleHigh Down Schools have a permanent vacancy for a lunchtime assistant in the Infant School starting as soon as possible, Monday to Friday term time only. We are looking for someone who is a kind, patient and effective team member who is able to work closely with colleagues and is fully supportive of the ethos and values of the schools in the community.If you think you could be that person we would love to hear from you.Becoming an SMSA opens up further opportunities to work within High Down Schools in various roles. We also offer:Collaborative working within our Trust community to support our endeavours to work smarter.Excellent CPD opportunitiesAccess to wellbeing support24-hour confidential helpline and counsellingHealthcare cash planCycle to Work and Electric Vehicle SchemeDiscount retail platform with access to hundreds of discounts.The Trust The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) is a Multi-Academy Trust which has experienced rapid growth since it started in 2016. There are currently 33 schools in the Trust. The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is cross-phase and includes Infant, Junior, Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is a mixed MAT and includes both non-denominational and Church of England schools. We encourage you to browse our website for more information about the Trust: Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Home Closing Date: Thursday 13 March 2025 at 5pmInterview Date: TBCEarly applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should the school be able to identify an appropriate candidate.Safeguarding StatementWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS checkThe Lighthouse Schools Partnership – High Down Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in our community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.