Mealtime Assistant

About the Role

Your main focus will be to help supervise children during lunch and support the smooth running of the dining environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting up and clearing the dining room before and after service
• Supervising pupils to ensure safe, positive behaviour
• Encouraging good table manners and cleanliness
• Assisting children with cutlery where needed
• Administering first aid in line with school policy

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

• Able to supervise children confidently and calmly
• Literate, numerate and able to follow instructions
• A good communicator who can work effectively with pupils and staff
• A team player with a positive, supportive attitude
• Able to carry out the duties of the post with reasonable adjustments where necessary

Desirable (but not essential):

Experience of supporting young children and/or those with additional needs would be desirable but is not essential as training and support will be offered as part of your induction

• Experience in a catering environment