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Newport Community Primary Academy, Barnstaple
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The Vacancy
Salary: NJC Grade A £24,796 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a part time, permanent position working 6.67 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Monday to Friday 12pm - 1.20pm)
Are you friendly, reliable, and enjoy working with children? Newport Community School Primary Academy is looking for a Mealtime Assistant to join our supportive team and help create a safe, happy lunchtime experience for our pupils.
Your Role Will Include:
Supervising children during lunch in the dining hall and playground.
Encouraging healthy eating and positive social interaction.
Assisting younger children with opening food packages and using cutlery.
Ensuring the dining area is clean and safe.
Promoting good behaviour and a caring atmosphere.
What We’re Looking For:
A warm and approachable personality.
Patience and a genuine interest in supporting children.
Ability to work well in a team.
Reliability and punctuality.
Full training will be provided.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a welcoming school community.
Enjoy family-friendly hours within the school day.
Make a real difference to children’s daily lives
Desirable (but not essential):
Experience working with children
Experience in a catering environment
GCSE‑level education or equivalent
This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 8th June 2026, interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th June 2026.
Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
The Harbour Schools Partnership
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.
Our Vision
Our aims are to:
Ensure all children enjoy achieving their potential
Support the development of the whole child
Raise aspirations for all pupils to achieve high outcomes in their learning from their starting point
Develop children's understanding of the world and their contribution to it
Prepare children for their next stage of learning
Values
Our ethos value is respect.
We create a culture of respect through a strong sense of community where everyone is valued, feels safe and is understood as an individual. We communicate positively and with kindness, celebrating successes and enjoying learning together. In our school, we develop confident learners and encourage collaboration and innovation.
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