Mealtime Assistant

The First Federation Trust, a Multi Academy Trust of 29 primary schools across Devon, West Dorset & Plymouth, is looking to recruit a Mealtime Assistant to join the hard-working and friendly team at Sidmouth CE Primary School to cover lunchtimes Monday to Friday, 2 hours each day.

Sidmouth CE Primary School provides a vibrant and exciting learning environment where all children are provided with opportunities to succeed and cared for as unique individuals. We aim to support children to be academically successful and socially confident. The life of the school is driven by enthusiasm and a desire to achieve. We aim to bring learning alive, making it exciting and stimulating.

We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who:

1. Will be responsible for a safe and calm dining experience.
2. Will be able to build a rapport with children.
3. Will be able to support children during their lunchtime provision both in the dining room and on the playground.
4. Will be able to liaise both written and verbally with other school staff.
5. Will be physically able to lift and move tables and chairs as part of the setup and clear-down for lunchtime.

Why work for us

1. Professional and career development pathways, coaching and mentoring
2. Fast-track process to explore new opportunities across the trust family of schools
3. Access to either the Teacher or Local Government Pension Scheme (depending on the role)
4. Access to a free and confidential employee wellbeing programme
5. Tax-free cycle-to-work scheme

For more information about the position, or to visit the school prior to application, please contact the School Administrator on office@sidmouth-primary.devon.sch.uk or 01395 514146

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 an enhanced DBS disclosure. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website Safeguarding | Sidmouth Primary School. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

First Federation Trust 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.