About this Role

The First Federation Trust, a Multi Academy Trust of 29 primary schools across Devon and Dorset, are looking to recruit a permanent Mealtime Assistant at Chudleigh Knighton Church of England Primary School.  Chudleigh Knighton CE Primary School is a small, rural primary school set in the beautiful village of Chudleigh Knighton on the very edge of the Dartmoor National Park, with easy access to the A38/M5. The school provides a secure, nurturing and challenging learning environment with a family atmosphere, where the children come first and has an excellent partnership with parents/carers and the local community. 

 We are looking for a warm and caring individual to assist the Head of School, as required, to care for the safety and wellbeing of children during the lunchtime period.

The position is for 5 hours per week, over the lunch period, for 38 weeks a year (term time).  Initially we are offering 3 hours as a permanent role and 2 hours as a fixed term contract until 31st August 2025 with a view to extension pending funding.

We can offer the candidate:

 ·        An exciting and innovative Trust that will inspire and allow you to reach your full potential.

• Collaborative support and ongoing professional development within our Multi Academy Trust
• Opportunities for future career development within our own school and across the schools within our Trust.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Staff wellbeing programme
• Contributory pension through the Teachers Pensions Scheme

We offer you a supportive environment within a friendly team, with the added advantage of working closely with other schools within the Federation. 

Salary Grade A £12.26 p/h 38 weeks per year

You are encouraged to visit the school prior to application and can contact the school office on  01626 852314 to arrange this. 

The closing date for applications:  Sunday 20th April 2025

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 www.chudleigh-knighton.devon.sch.uk .  All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. 

Applications supported by recruitment consultancies will not be accepted.