Mealtime Assistant

Overview

High View School is seeking a Mealtime Assistant to join the lunchtime team, to lead play and supervise the children during their lunchtime break. The role includes supporting children in the lunch hall, organising team games, providing first aid support and pastoral care to pupils.

• Promote positive behaviour and safe active play in the playground.
• Supervise children during lunchtime, encouraging healthy eating, table manners and good hygiene.
• Work with other school staff and the wider community to translate the school mission into action.

High View School is an outstanding primary school (Ofsted, November 2024), with around 350 pupils (including nursery provision). The school offers a purpose-built building and varied outside play and learning environments, supporting ambitious and relevant learning for all.

We work together to foster a positive attitude, kindness, mutual respect and aspiration within the school community, and we prioritise ongoing professional development for all staff.

The Learning Academies Trust is a family of 18 schools across Plymouth and surrounding areas, dedicated to delivering outstanding education. Our mission is:
Together we will… work with children, families and communities to provide exceptional learning opportunities for all.

As part of the Trust, staff have access to CPD and collaboration opportunities across schools within the Trust to share resources, expertise and knowledge.

Further information about the position, the Trust and the benefits we offer can be found in the attached recruitment pack. To request a tour of the school or to discuss the role, please contact the school at the number above.

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application. If there are no vacancies currently, you may register your interest for future vacancies by joining our talent pool.

Please note, the closing date is for guidance only. Successful applicants will be invited to interview at the earliest available opportunity. Learning Academies Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates and all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a questionnaire about any convictions or adult cautions that are unspent. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment.