Midday Assistant
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MIDDAY ASSISTANT
Responsible to the School Business Manager
Hours: 7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, working between the hours of 11.45 am and 1.15 pm
Salary: Grade 2 – SCP 2 salary FTE £24,413, (pro rata salary £4,160)
Start Date: ASAP
The appointment is temporary in the first instance to be reviewed in June 2026
About the Role
Alsager Highfields Primary School has a temporary vacancy for a dedicated Midday Assistant to support the pupils during their lunchtime. This role helps to ensure the safety and supervision of the pupils both in the dining area and during the playground activities. Organising age-appropriate activities during inclement weather, ensuring the school behaviour policy is adhered to and refer to senior members of staff in cases of emergency.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively as part of an effective team.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensures the safety of students during the lunchtime period, taking into account student ages and behaviour.
- Refers to senior members of staff on duty in cases of emergency; or, if unable to contact staff, call the front office.
- Performs basic cleaning of tables and tidying in the canteen or food area
- Assisting pupils where necessary
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Shares our inclusive school values
- Has experience working with children
- Is team-oriented and can show initiative to undertake their duties
- Is sensitive to the needs of pupils, kind is hard-working, adaptable, and has a good sense of humour
MIDDAY ASSISTANT
Responsible to the School Business Manager
Hours: 7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, working between the hours of 11.45 am and 1.15 pm
Salary: Grade 2 – SCP 2 salary FTE £24,413, (pro rata salary £4,160)
Start Date: ASAP
The appointment is temporary in the first instance to be reviewed in June 2026
About the Role
Alsager Highfields Primary School has a temporary vacancy for a dedicated Midday Assistant to support the pupils during their lunchtime. This role helps to ensure the safety and supervision of the pupils both in the dining area and during the playground activities. Organising age-appropriate activities during inclement weather, ensuring the school behaviour policy is adhered to and refer to senior members of staff in cases of emergency.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively as part of an effective team.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensures the safety of students during the lunchtime period, taking into account student ages and behaviour.
- Refers to senior members of staff on duty in cases of emergency; or, if unable to contact staff, call the front office.
- Performs basic cleaning of tables and tidying in the canteen or food area
- Assisting pupils where necessary
Salary range
- £4,160 per year