1:1 Teaching Assistant and Mealtime Assistant - East Worlington Primary School
- Mid Devon
- Part Time
- Grade C: £13.92 to £14.14 - depending on experience. Mealtime post: Grade A - £13.28 per hour.
Required from January 2027
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed, patient and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our support team at East Worlington Primary School.
The successful candidate will support the development of a pupil in the Reception Class with additional needs. You will be tenacious and committed to supporting the needs and development of the individual pupil whilst being an excellent team player and communicator. Previous experience of working with pupils with different abilities and knowledge of attachment based mentoring and relational practice would be an advantage.
The post is temporary and will be subject to the continued attendance of the pupil and/or the result of any special needs or funding review.
Candidates should demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
- A good standard of English and Mathematics
- Excellent communication skills
- Patience and positivity
- Support inclusion and be fully committed to ensuring the very best for all our pupils
- The ability to support colleagues, use positive behaviour management strategies and ensure the school continues its excellent provision for all pupils
We are pleased to be able to offer the successful candidate an additional role as a Mealtime Assistant. The post involves supervising and providing support for the pupil during the lunch break. This role is part-time, temporary post of 2.5 hours per week x 39 weeks per annum.
The working pattern within the roles will be:
- Teaching Assistant: 9.00am – 12.30pm and 1.30pm – 2.00pm
- Mealtime Assistant: 12.30pm – 1.00pm
The working pattern allows for a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. The hours are currently scheduled over 4 days, but flexibility to increase to five days would be an advantage. Ideally the successful candidate will be available to start in January 2027.
Employment benefits include eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. In addition, employees of the Trust are entitled to 50% off childcare fees at our out of school clubs for children of compulsory school age. Employees of Chulmleigh Academy Trust also benefit from a comprehensive well-being service.
Apply:
A full candidate pack has been published to support our recruitment, which can be found on our website: Chulmleigh Academy Trust - 1:1 Teaching Assistant and Mealtime Assistant
Please download and complete the application form and email it to personnel@chulmleigh.devon.sch.ukby 10am on Tuesday, 24th November 2026. All applications will be acknowledged.
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability, or sexuality. We welcome applications for employment from the whole community.
As employers, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and in that regard, we have appropriate policies and procedures. All staff undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and interviews will include questions about safeguarding children.
Interview Date: Wednesday 2nd December 2026
Job Details
- OrganisationChildcare
- Work LocationMid Devon
- Work Postcode
EX17 4TS
- Reference
- Occupational GroupChildcareEducation Support
- Salary Details
Grade C: £13.92 to £14.14 - depending on experience. Mealtime post: Grade A - £13.28 per hour.
- Job TermFixed
- Appointment TypePart Time
- Hours
TA post: 16 hours per week x 39 weeks per annum. Mealtime Assistant post: 2.5 hours per week.
- Closing Date
24/11/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes