Mealtime Assistant

Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly school environment

Supportive team

Job summary

Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School is seeking Mealtime Assistants to support the safety and welfare of pupils during the midday break. You will supervise pupils in the dining hall, playground and other school areas, contributing to a calm, inclusive dining experience.

We value patience, resilience and a nurturing approach. DBS disclosure is required for shortlisted applicants, and successful candidates will join a dedicated team committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Patience and a caring approach with children
• Ability to work well in a team and follow directions
• Good observation skills and reliability

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in the dining hall during lunchtime
• Support safety and welfare of pupils in the playground and on school premises
• Assist with mealtime routines and contribute to a positive environment

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Resilience

Flexible

Job description

We are looking to appoint a number of Mealtime Assistants to join the Headteacher as part of a team in securing the safety and welfare of pupils during the midday break.

This will involve supervision of pupils in the dining hall, the playground and other school premises and associated ancillary duties.

Do you bring patience, resilience and a naturally nurturing approach to the work you do? If so, you may be exactly who we’re looking for.

Are you someone who is inclusive, enthusiastic and caring?

We are looking for individuals to join our incredibly dedicated team. If you are adaptable, flexible and a strong team player, we’d love to hear from you.

We will offer you:

Happy, enthusiastic and polite children

A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school ethos

A hard-working, positive team who are dedicated to improving the lives of children

A commitment to high quality continued professional development

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.