Midday Assistant

Job details
Job role

• Other support roles

Visa sponsorship
Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
Part time: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 1.25hrs per day (11.45am to 1.00pm) 3.75 hrs a week Term Time Only
Contract type
Permanent
Hourly rate
£12.26
What skills and experience we\’re looking for
MiddayAssistant (Primary): Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 1.25hrs perday (11.45am to 1.00pm)
3.75 hrs a week Term Time Only
Location: Warmingham CE Primary School, School Lane, Warmingham, Sandbach, CW11 3QN
School:
Warmingham CE Primary School
Head Teacher:
Kate Appleby
Address:
School Lane, Warmingham, Sandbach, CW11 3QN
Telephone Number:
01270 526260
School Website Address:
Advertised:
Midday Assistant
Salary:
£12.26 per hour
Mrs Morven Jones
Applications to be returned to:
RSCAT Head Office, C/o Bunbury Aldersey CE Primary School, School Lane, Bunbury, Cheshire, CW6 9NR. By 9am 12th August 2025
A Midday Assistant post is available commencing 2nd September 2025 at Warmingham CE Primary School 3 days per week. We are also seeking an Out of School Club Practitioner which could be combined with this role.
We are seeking to employ a reliable and effective Midday Assistant. The successful candidate will join a committed, professional and hardworking lunchtime team who put the needs of our children first. For more detailed information of the expectations, roles and responsibilities of a Midday Assistant at Warmingham CE Primary School please refer to the person specification and job description attached. Interviews will take place on 21st August 2025
Warmingham CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. There is a strong Christian ethos and solid links exist between the school, Church and the community. The offer of employment is subject to satisfactory References, Health, Right to Work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a Declaration that neither they nor anyone who lives in the same household is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.
POST: MiddayAssistant
SCHOOL: WarminghamCE Primary School
HOURS: 1.25hours per day Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Term Time only
ACCOUNTABLE TO: The Principal and Governing Body
JOBPURPOSE: Thejob holder is responsible for ensuring supervision of all pupils during thelunchtime period both in the dining area and during playground activities.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1Ensures the safety of pupils during the lunchtimeperiod; taking into account pupil ages, disability and behaviour.
2Arranges age-appropriate activities for pupilsduring inclement weather.
3Setting up the lunch hall prior to service andclearing up at end of service.
4Cleaning of tables, doors and surfaces.
5Ensures application of the school behaviourpolicy during this period, referring serious issues to the Midday Supervisorwhere applicable.
6Refers to senior members of staff on duty incases of emergency; or, if unable to contact staff, call for the publicemergency services by dialling 999.
Notwithstanding the detail in this jobdescription, in accordance with the School\’s/RCSAT Flexibility Policy the jobholder will undertake such work as may be determined by the Principal/ HeadTeacher/Governing Body from time to time, up to or at a level consistent withthe Main Responsibilities of the job.
WorkingRelationships

• Achieve constructive working relationships withall staff.
• Liaise effectively with colleagues to ensure thesuccessful movement of pupils through the school.

OtherProfessional Requirements

• Take responsibility for one\’s own professionaldevelopment including knowledge of school policies and procedures.
• Carry out the duties above and conduct yourselfin a professional way.

Whilst everyeffort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of thepost, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will beexpected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake workof a similar level that is not specified in this job description.
This job descriptionmay be amended at any time following discussion between the Principal andmember of staff, and will be reviewed annually.
JOB SPECIFICATION MIDDAY ASSISTANT
POST: MiddayAssistant
SCHOOL: WarminghamCE Primary School
CRITERIA
DESIRABLE
ESSENTIAL
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
Qualifications
First Aid Qualification
N/a
Certification
Experience
Previous experience as Midday Assistant or working with children
N/a
Applications/Interview
Job Related Knowledge
Previous experience as Midday Assistant or working with children
Willingness to undertake job related training including a First Aid qualification
Interview
Skills & Aptitudes
A keen learner
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to work with children in a calm manner
Willingness to undertake training
Ability to organise appropriate activities in and out of doors
Ability to use own initiative
Remain calm in an emergency
Interview
Other Requirements
None
Positive attitude
Friendly
Sense of humour
Enjoys working with children
Team play
Interview
What the school offers its staff
We inspire learning by providing a broad, rich and imaginativecurriculum which allows children the freedom to develop their own creativity.There is a strong Christian ethos and solid links exist between the school,Church and the community.
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
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Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.