Required as soon as possible, Devonport High School for Girls is seeking to appoint a Mealtime Assistant to assist with the organisation and supervision of students aged 11-18 years at lunchtime. We are a highly successful and oversubscribed 11-18 selective grammar school with approximately 912 students on roll.

Applicants for this role should be well-organised, calm and be able to think on their feet. Good communication skills are essential as the role involves plenty of interaction with students and colleagues. The roles are for 6 hours and 15 minutes per week, during term-time only (38 weeks per year). The hours of work will be Monday to Friday, 1.25pm – 2.40pm. The salary is Grade A, Point 2 (£24,413 FTE, actual salary £3,455).

Please note that CVs are not accepted. Applications for this vacancy must be received by 9am on Thursday 22nd January 2026. Interview date to be confirmed.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Lyndhurst Road, Peverell, Plymouth, PL2 3DL Tel: 01752 705024 Email: recruitment@dhsg.co.uk Head Teacher: Mr L Sargeant BA (hons), MA (Ed), PGCE, NPQH