Mealtime Assistant at Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/LIS/11349
  Location
Ladysmith Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 2PS
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Part-Time
  Salary
£25,614.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary £2,914 and £3,887
  Hours Per Week
5 hours & 6 hours and 40 mins
  Weeks Per Year
38
  Closing Date
Midday, Fri 17th Jul, 2026
  Start Date
September 2026
  Positions Available
2
   Positions Available        2
  Interview Date(s)
Tuesday 21st July 2026
   Interview Date(s)           Tuesday 21st July 2026
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About this Role

We are looking to appoint a number of Mealtime Assistants to join the Headteacher as part of a team in securing the safety and welfare of pupils during the midday break.

This will involve supervision of pupils in the dining hall, the playground and other school premises and associated ancillary duties.

Do you bring patience, resilience and a naturally nurturing approach to the work you do? If so, you may be exactly who we’re looking for.

Are you someone who is inclusive, enthusiastic and caring?

We are looking for individuals to join our incredibly dedicated team. If you are adaptable, flexible and a strong team player, we’d love to hear from you.

We will offer you: -

      Happy, enthusiastic and polite children

      A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school ethos

      A hard-working, positive team who are dedicated to improving the lives of children

      A commitment to high quality continued professional development

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. 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. 

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: 

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

 




Ladysmith Infant & Nursery School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Why have you applied for this role?
  2. Please address experience or skills that you have that match the person specification.
  3. Please detail your previous experience of working with children.

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