The Governors of St Nicholas School, Exeter are seeking to appoint a positive and inspiring Mealtime Assistant to work Monday to Friday from 11.30 - 1.15pm. They are keen to accommodate the best candidates who will make a positive impact on our school and standards. Applicants with experience are encouraged to apply.

We offer:

A welcoming school with a strong Catholic ethos
Children who are polite and happy
A supportive staff team who genuinely want the best for our pupils
A commitment to your own professional development

The successful candidate will:

Be happy to support the Catholic ethos of our school
Be dedicated to raising standards and be a good role model
Be dynamic, resilient and hard working with a positive nature
Be able to work as part of a team and establish positive relationships with pupils
Have a reflective and evaluative approach to their practice

Main Duties

- ¨ To supervise pupils in designated areas of the school during the midday break and to ensure their safety, welfare and general conduct through appropriate application of the school’s policies and procedures

¨ To establish safe and appropriate behaviour by effective intervention or referral to senior staff

¨ To supervise the movement of pupils to and from dining areas, including any personal hygiene requirements

¨ To maintain good order in dining areas

¨ To assist pupils, where necessary, with the collection of food and return of trays, or other items to the service counter

¨ To assist pupils where necessary, with the collection of food and return of trays, or other items to the service counter

¨ To assist pupils, where necessary, with the proper use of cutlery, drinking facilities or other aspects of the midday meal

¨ To assist in the clearance of any spillages and wiping down, cleaning or re-setting of table, as appropriate

¨ To assist in the setting up and removal of furniture where necessary

¨ To take immediate action in respect of sickness or accidents by carrying out minor first aid, as required, and recording the incidents accordingly

¨ To report any unauthorized visitors on school premises

¨ To complete any documentation required by the school in relation to incidents occurring during lunchtime break period, and to participate in review meetings as required

Required Date ASAP

£12.26 per hour

Contract: Permanent/Part-Time 8.75 hours per week, 11.30 - 1.15 each day.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Closing Date: 24/02/25

Interviews: TBC

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email

School Website address: https://st-nicholas-pri.eschools.co.uk/

Work remotely

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12.26 per hour

Schedule:

No weekends

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/02/2025

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Meal Time Assistant - 5 days a week