via Reed · 15 September 2026 ·10 days ago

Mealtime Assistant

Devon County Council
Barnstaple Part-time GBP 25,614 – 25,614
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Mealtime Assistant - Sticklepath Community Primary Academy (The Harbour Schools Partnership) • North Devon, Devon

  • Multiple Terms

  • NJC Grade A3 £25,614 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Sticklepath Community Primary Academy are looking for a friendly, reliable and caring Mealtime Assistant to join our school team. You will play a vital role in supporting pupils during the lunchtime period, ensuring a safe, positive and enjoyable mealtime experience.

About the Role

Your main focus will be to help supervise children during lunch and support the smooth running of the dining environment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Setting up and clearing the dining room before and after service.

  • Supervising pupils to ensure safe, positive behaviour.

  • Encouraging good table manners and cleanliness.

  • Assisting children with cutlery where needed.

  • Administering first aid in line with school policy.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

  • Able to supervise children confidently and calmly.

  • Literate, numerate and able to follow instructions.

  • A good communicator who can work effectively with pupils and staff.

  • A team player with a positive, supportive attitude.

  • Able to carry out the duties of the post with reasonable adjustments where necessary.

Desirable (but not essential):
  • Experience working with children.

  • Experience in a catering environment.

  • GCSE level education or equivalent.

Why Join Us?

As part of The Harbour Trust Partnership, you will be joining a school committed to equality, inclusion and fostering good relationships within the community.

If you enjoy working with children and want to support a welcoming, well organised lunchtime environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.

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

Please apply by 12 noon on the closing date.

Interview Date: 24th September 2026

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Job Details • OrganisationOther Organisations

  • Work LocationNorth DevonDevon

  • Work Postcode
EX31 2HH
  • Reference
EK2221
  • Occupational GroupEducation Support

  • Salary Details
NJC Grade A3 £25,614 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
  • Job TermPermanent

  • Appointment TypePart TimeTerm Time

  • Hours
5 hours per week (Monday to Friday), 38 weeks per annum
  • Closing Date
20/09/2026
  • DBS Check Required
Yes

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