Mealtime Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated consultant

Free CPD training

Pension contributions

No umbrella companies

Ongoing consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is working with a welcoming primary school in Exmouth, Devon, seeking a dedicated Mealtime Assistant to join their team. You will support pupils during lunchtime, ensuring safety, wellbeing and enjoyment while promoting positive behaviour and social interaction.

The role is term-time only, with lunchtime supervision in dining hall and outdoor areas, and opportunities to gain experience within local schools.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• Friendly, approachable and patient manner.
• Strong communication skills.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to promote positive behaviour and inclusion.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Committed to safeguarding and supporting children's wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Supervising pupils in the dining hall and outdoor areas.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social interactions.
• Supporting children during meal times where required.
• Promoting a safe and inclusive environment.
• Assisting with playground supervision and activities.
• Managing minor incidents and reporting concerns to relevant staff.
• Working as part of a supportive school team.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Team player

Reliable

Job description

Monday to Friday | ASAP Start | Term Time Only | Exmouth, Devon

Are you looking for a rewarding role within a friendly primary school where you can make a positive difference to children's daily school experience?

Teaching Personnel are working with a welcoming primary school in Exeter who are seeking a dedicated Mealtime Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to contribute to a safe, positive and enjoyable lunchtime environment.

As a Mealtime Assistant, you will support pupils during lunchtime, helping to ensure their safety, wellbeing and enjoyment while promoting positive behaviour and social interaction.

• Working during lunchtime on a term-time only basis
• Supervising pupils in the dining hall and outdoor areas
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social interactions
• Supporting children during meal times where required
• Promoting a safe and inclusive environment
• Assisting with playground supervision and activities
• Managing minor incidents and reporting concerns to relevant staff
• Working as part of a supportive school team

• Experience working with children is desirable but not essential
• Friendly, approachable and patient manner
• Strong communication skills
• Reliable and punctual
• Able to promote positive behaviour and inclusion
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Committed to safeguarding and supporting children's wellbeing

• Competitive hourly rates
• Weekly pay through PAYE
• No umbrella companies
• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Opportunities to gain experience within local schools
• Access to our network of education settings and support roles
• Pension contributions
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
• No hidden fees or charges
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant throughout your placement

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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