Job Description

Salary:

NJC Grade A2 24,413 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern:

This is a part time, permanent position working 2 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Thursday & Friday)


Are you friendly, reliable, and enjoy working with children? West Down Primary School is looking for a Mealtime Assistant to join our supportive team and help create a safe, happy lunchtime experience for our pupils.


Your Role Will Include:

Supervising children during lunch in the dining hall and playground. Encouraging healthy eating and positive social interaction. Assisting younger children with opening food packages and using cutlery. Ensuring the dining area is clean and safe. Promoting good behaviour and a caring atmosphere.

What We're Looking For:

A warm and approachable personality. Patience and a genuine interest in supporting children. Ability to work well in a team. Reliability and punctuality.

Full training will be provided including paediatric first aid.


Why Join Us?

Be part of a welcoming school community. Enjoy family-friendly hours within the school day. Make a real difference to children's daily lives

To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.


The closing date for applications is 12 noon 8th January 2026 interviews will be held on Tuesday 13th January 2026.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.


Our school is a member of The Harbour Schools Partnership, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, The Harbour Schools Partnership offers excellent career and development opportunities.


The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.


Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available via our website

here

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