Mealtime Assistant - St Mary's C of E Primary School (The Harbour Schools Partnership)
- North Devon, Devon, Torridge
- Multiple Terms
- NJC Grade A3 £24,796 FTE (paid pro rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
St Mary's C of E Primary School are looking for a friendly, reliable and caring Mealtime Assistant to join our school team. You will play a vital role in supporting pupils during the lunchtime period, ensuring a safe, positive and enjoyable mealtime experience.
Please note that the pro rata salary for this role is £4,194 (A3) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment).
About the role
Your main focus will be to help supervise children during lunch and support the smooth running of the dining environment.
Key responsibilities include:
• Setting up and clearing the dining room before and after service.
• Supervising pupils to ensure safe, positive behaviour.
• Encouraging good table manners and cleanliness.
• Assisting children with cutlery where needed.
• Administering first aid in line with school policy.
What we’re looking for
We are seeking someone who is:
• Able to supervise children confidently and calmly.
• Literate, numerate and able to follow instructions.
• A good communicator who can work effectively with pupils and staff.
• A team player with a positive, supportive attitude.
• Able to carry out the duties of the post with reasonable adjustments where necessary.
Desirable (but not essential):
• Experience working with children.
• Experience in a catering environment.
• General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) level education or equivalent.
Why join us?
As part of The Harbour Trust Partnership, you will be joining a school committed to equality, inclusion and fostering good relationships within the community.
If you enjoy working with children and want to support a welcoming, well organised lunchtime environment, we’d love to hear from you.
This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
To apply for this role, please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
Please apply by midday on the closing date.
Interview Date: 20 July 2026
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationNorth DevonDevonTorridge
- Work Postcode
EX39 2QN
- Reference
KH4303
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
NJC Grade A3 £24,796 FTE (paid pro rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypePart TimeTerm Time
- Hours
7.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday), 38 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
14/07/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes