At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and support children during lunchtime, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment.
- Company: Dobwalls Community Primary, a nurturing school dedicated to children's welfare.
- Benefits: Permanent contract, competitive salary, and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Other info: Ideal for those looking to gain experience in education and child care.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while enjoying a fun and dynamic work environment.
- Qualifications: Enthusiastic, adaptable, and a great team player with good interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 24520 - 24520 £ per year.
We are seeking a Lunchtime Assistant to support our wonderful children. The successful applicant must be enthusiastic, flexible, adaptable, able to respond to children’s needs, and an excellent team player with good interpersonal skills. The ability to form positive relationships with children is key.
Contract & Pay
- Contract: Permanent
- Salary: Grade B, £24,520 per annum pro rata (pay award pending)
- Actual salary: approx. £6,262 per annum
Hours
- 11.25 hours per week, term time only plus 1 inset day
- To start: 1st September 2026
- Working hours are: 12:00 – 13:15 Dobwalls Primary School, 13:15 – 14:15 Dobwalls Nursery
Duties
- Supervise pupils on the school playground and in the dining hall.
- Use own initiative to support children during lunch.
Qualifications
- Enthusiastic, flexible, adaptable, and a team player.
- Good interpersonal skills and dedication.
- Experience working with additional needs is desirable.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks and references, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, the Trust will undertake an online search of all shortlisted candidates.
Lunchtime Assistant employer: South East Cornwall Multi Academy Regional Trust (SMART)
Dobwalls Community Primary is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its students and staff. With a strong commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, employees benefit from flexible working hours, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. Join us in creating a nurturing atmosphere where teamwork and positive relationships thrive.
Contact Details:
South East Cornwall Multi Academy Regional Trust (SMART) Recruitment Team
