Mealtime Assistant - The Topsham Primary School (United Schools Federation)
- Exeter, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £13.28 per hour
The Topsham Primary School is looking for a Mealtime Assistant to support pupils during the lunchtime period. The position will be working 1.5 hours per day (11.45am - 1.15pm), 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:
• Supervise and, where applicable, provide support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to playtime activities.
• Establish constructive 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 192 pupils currently on roll and is part of the United Schools Federation. 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 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.
Please download the application form below and, once completed, return to applications@stmichaels.devon.sch.uk.
Please apply by midday on the closing date.
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Schools
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX3 0DN
- Reference
KH4403
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
£13.28 per hour
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypePart TimeTerm Time
- Hours
7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
27/11/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes