Midday Assistant

Overview

Required ASAP

Salary: Band B £3,639 to £3,722

6.25 hours per week, 38 weeks a year (term time only)

Permanent

We are seeking to appoint a Midday Assistant to join our dedicated team and to assist with the supervision of our children at lunchtime

The role involves supervising the welfare of children aged 3-11 in the dining hall, playground and classroom.

We require a caring, committed individual who has the ability to work as part of the school team and inspire trust and confidence in children.

The successful candidate must be self motivated, flexible and a good team player, who is dedicated to ensuring that lunchtime is a pleasurable and safe experience for our children.

The current vacancy is for 5 days, Monday to Friday working 1¼ hours per day - 12pm - 1.15pm

We will offer:

Enquiring children, with a thirst for learning and play
A committed and dedicated staff team
A full induction and extensive CPD through The National College
Access to confidential health services
15% off orders at BAKED
Access to Blue Light Rewards

Personal attributes

	Essential Attributes	Desirable Attributes
Qualifications	Experience of supervising children either as a parent or carer. Good standard of literacy and numeracy.	To undergo First Aid training and record incidents on school system.
Experience	Working with adults/children.	Prior experience of supervising children within a school or voluntary sector setting would be an advantage.
Knowledge and Skills	Ability to work using own initiative. Punctuality. Courteousness. Supervise lunchtime to maintain the health, safety, welfare, behaviour, and safeguarding of all pupils. Ability to remain calm under pressure. Loyal and dependable.	Ability to work within a team. Listening skills. Flexibility.
Special Requirement	Police clearance to be completed.	Ability to liaise and co-operate with Senior Supervisor and colleagues.

Salary & Benefits

Salary from �3639 to �3722 per year

Location

St George's Primary School
St George's Road
Wallasey
Wirral
CH45 3NF

Supporting documents

Deadline and how to apply

Closing date is: Friday 3rd October 2025 at 9am

We will shortlist candidates on Friday 3rd October 2025 (we cannot offer feedback on unsuccessful applications)

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 8th October 2025

Application forms can be found online at www.wirral.gov.uk. or by emailing hr@stgeorges.wirral.sch.uk

Applications should be returned marked for the attention of Mylie Barker to: hr@stgeorges.wirral.sch.uk

Equal opportunities

All candidates must be aware of the safeguarding nature of this work.

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

The successful candidates will receive a full induction for their role including safeguarding awareness and practices.

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