Mealtime Assistant

Step Teachers Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading teacher recruitment agency in Plymouth is seeking caring and reliable Mealtime Assistants. You will supervise children during their lunch breaks, encourage good behavior, and assist younger kids with their meals. Ideal candidates have experience working with children and strong communication skills. Join us to create a safe and enjoyable dining experience for pupils while enjoying access to exclusive deals and additional benefits.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Well-being services

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or youth setting is desirable.
• Friendly and approachable manner.
• Ability to remain calm and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch and playtime.
• Encourage good manners and behavior.
• Assist younger children with food.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive in a busy environment

Job description

Overview

We are seeking caring and reliable Mealtime Assistants to join our pool of supply staff. You will help create a safe, positive dining environment where pupils can enjoy their lunch break and socialise.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in the dining hall, playground, and other designated areas during lunch.
• Encourage good table manners and positive behaviour.
• Assist younger children with opening food containers or cutting food where needed.
• Ensure the dining and play areas remain clean, tidy, and safe.
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and first-aid procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or youth setting is desirable.
• Friendly and approachable manner with strong communication skills as a Mealtime Assistant.
• Ability to remain calm and proactive in a busy lunchtime environment.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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