Mealtime Assistant

Whitchurch Primary School are looking for a Mealtime Assistant to cover lunchtimes for 1hr a day Monday - Friday. The successful candidate will primarily support a child with SEND during mealtimes, whilst also contributing to the positive lunchtime experience and supervision of other pupils across the school.

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.

In return we offer:

•          The opportunity to work within a progressive and forward-thinking multi-academy trust.

•          Access to a free and confidential employee health and wellbeing programme, providing physical and mental health support in areas such as physiotherapy,

counselling, menopause, etc.

•          Opportunity to join the local government pension scheme.

•          Tax-free cycle-to-work scheme.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. 

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.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.