Mealtime Assistant - The Topsham Primary School (United Schools Federation)
- Exeter, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £12.65 per hour
The Topsham Primary School is looking for a Mealtime Assistant, to support pupils during the lunchtime period. The position will be a permanent appointment, working 1.75 hours per day, 11.45 to 1.30pm, over five days, term time only.
This is ideally suited to someone who has experience of working with children in a school environment.
You will be required to:
- Set up and clear down the hall for lunches.
- Supervise and where applicable provide support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to playtime activities.
- Promote good eating habits and manners.
- Establish positive relationships with pupils, and interacting with them according to individual needs.
- Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
- Encourage pupils to interact with others and to engage in activities over the lunchtime period.
- Promote self-esteem, good behaviour and independence.
- Provide feedback where necessary to the Line Manager/Teacher.
The Topsham Primary School, is a small school with 210 pupils currently on roll and is part of the United Schools Federation Trust. Our whole team is motivated, hard-working and dedicated and we value a new staff member who is passionate, highly organised and willing to participate in school life. Our highly successful federation is a popular choice with children, parents and staff and our schools boast a friendly and welcoming environment.
For an informal discussion or if you have any questions please contact the school on 01392 874498 or email:admin@topsham.devon.sch.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.
Application forms are available from the school office or can be downloaded from the attached below. Please email applications to: admin@topsham.devon.sch.uk or hand into Topsham’s school reception by the closing date of Monday 9th February 2026.
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Schools
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX3 0DN
- Reference
AC5983
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
£12.65 per hour
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypePart TimeTerm Time
- Hours
8.75 hours per week (term time only) 38 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
09/02/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes