SEN Midday Meal Assistant

At NYKays Recruitment Ltd we are recruiting for experienced Midday Meal Assistant-to start in for the Academic Year 2025/26-working on a long-term contract which could possibly lead to a permanent position.
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to support schools in providing care and support to children with a range of Special Needs and behavioral difficulties with-ASD/PMLD in-the Education/Special Needs sector during meal and play times.-
It is essential that you have experience working with children/young people with learning difficulties, particularly autism to be considered for this role.
Midday meal assistant''s-are responsible for supervising students during lunchtime at schools. Your duties will-include
- Assisting with the setup and cleanup of the lunchroom hall
- Helping students with their meal trays and ensuring they have a safe and enjoyable lunch experience
- Monitoring student behavior and enforcing school rules and policies during mealtime
- Resolving conflicts or issues that arise during lunch period
- Monitoring students'' dietary restrictions or allergies and ensuring they are accommodated during lunchtime
- Maintaining a safe and clean environment in the lunchroom or cafeteria
- Communicating with teachers, administrators, and parents about any concerns or issues that arise during lunch period
- Collaborating with other lunchroom staff to ensure efficient and effective lunch service
- Providing a positive and supportive presence for students during lunchtime
- Taking part in personal care with ASD/PMLD children
- Supporting children by using hositing equipment.
- Following policy and procedues of the School.
Overall, midday meal supervisors play a crucial role in ensuring that students have a safe, enjoyable, and nourishing lunch and play-experience while at school.