Mealtime Assistant EDV/2026/PHPANS/84819

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/PHPANS/84819

Location

Roman Way, Higher St Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2DT

Contract Type

Temporary

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£3,560.00 Annually (Actual)

Working hours: Monday – Friday 11.55am – 1.05pm

Closing Date

Midnight, Mon 2nd Nov, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

About this Role

Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School is seeking a Mealtime Assistant to join the lunchtime team, to lead play and supervise the children during their lunchtime break. The role will include supporting children in the lunch hall, organising team games, providing first aid support and pastoral care to all pupils.

We are looking for Mealtime Assistant candidates who:

• Will promote positive behaviour and safe active play in the playground environment
• Will supervise the dining hall whilst encouraging healthy eating, table manners and good hygiene
• Will work together with other school staff and the wider community to ensure that our mission is translated into action.

About the school

Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery school is a small one form entry school in Plymouth. We pride ourselves on having a village school feeling in the city. We have great relationships with children and families ensuring a holistic approach to learning. Our dedicated staff have formed close working relationships to foster growth and collaboration. We are situated close to local woodland where we regularly have forest school sessions and our outdoor space provides perfect opportunities for outdoor learning. We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly school.

About the Trust

The Learning Academies Trust is a family of 18 schools across Plymouth and surrounding areas, dedicated to delivering outstanding education to all our children, whatever their starting point or background. Our Trust’s mission is:

Together we will… work with our children, families, and communities to provide exceptional learning opportunities for all our children

As part of the trust, we will support you to learn and develop, providing outstanding CPD and opportunities for collaboration between schools within the trust sharing resources, expertise and knowledge.

Further information about the position, the trust and the benefits we offer can be found in the attached recruitment pack.

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application.

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.

With 18 individual primary schools, the Learning Academies Trust is the largest primary school trust in Plymouth and the first education employer in Plymouth to achieve the Livewell Southwest Wellbeing at Work Bronze Award. The Trust is committed to supporting the wellbeing of all staff and is proud to work closely with official bodies to ensure we have a holistic approach to staff wellbeing.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. 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 requested to complete a questionnaire about any convictions or adult cautions that are unspent. Guidance will be given to those shortlisted. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS.

Safeguarding Statement

Learning Academies Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Learning Academies Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Contact Details

HR

01752 914160

[email protected]

Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School

Roman Way, Higher St Budeaux, Plymouth
Devon
PL5 2DT

01752365410
[email protected]
http://www.plaistowhill.org.uk/