Mealtime Assistant
MTA Salary: SC Grade 1 SCP 2, FTE £24,413
Position 1: Hours/weeks: 7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year – actual salary £4,166 per annum
Position 2: Hours/weeks: 6.67 hours per week, 38 weeks per year – actual salary £3,705 per annum
We are looking to appoint 2 Mealtime Assistants to assist the Headteacher as part of a team in securing the safety and welfare of pupils during the midday break.
This will involve supervision of pupils in the dining hall and in the playground and other school premises and associated ancillary duties.
We are looking for someone who can join our incredibly dedicated team; someone who is inclusive, enthusiastic, caring, adaptable and flexible and a strong team player.
The applicants need to have patience, resilience and care.
When completing an application please ensure you address all aspects of the person specification and list any additional subject strengths.
We will offer you: -
• Happy, enthusiastic and polite children
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school ethos
• A hard-working, positive team who are dedicated to improving the lives of children
• A commitment to high quality continued professional development
Your completed application form should be submitted by Midday Monday 8th December 2025.
Interviews will take place on Friday 12th December 2025.
Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies