At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and support children during their midday break, ensuring safety and enjoyment.
- Company: Join the caring community at Alton Park Junior School.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health cash plan, and exclusive perks like gym discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours during term time with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a calm, patient attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 12000 - 15000 £ per year.
Join a Community Where Everyone Matters at Alton Park Junior School. Are you a caring individual who believes in the importance of safety and responsibility? Do you want to be part of a team dedicated to helping children feel safe, happy, and valued? At Alton Park, we have a strong sense of community and high aspirations for our children. We are committed to preparing children for lifelong learning through an engaging and relevant curriculum, filled with first-hand experiences.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Midday Assistant to join our friendly team in taking care of all of the children on the school premises during the midday break.
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Start Date: ASAP
- Working Hours: 7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only)
- Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 12pm - 1:30pm
A Day in the Life:
- Maintaining the safety, welfare and good conduct of the pupils during the midday break.
- Supervising the children whilst playing, ensuring they are keeping to the school rules.
- Assisting children in selecting their meal and sitting in an appropriate place in the dining hall, sandwich room.
- Assisting children with eating their meal if applicable.
- Enforcing the necessary sanctions for maintaining good order.
- Administering basic first aid as required.
What We're Looking For:
- Resilient and have a positive and calm nature.
- Able to positively engage with children.
- A team player.
- Patient, calm and flexible at all times.
- Experienced with working with children, ideally in a school setting.
Why Choose The Sigma Trust:
- We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.
Professional Development:
- A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
- Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.
Employee Benefits:
- A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
- A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
- Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.
Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity:
The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.
To Apply:
Ready to take the next step? Submit an application on My New Term by 9am on Friday 3rd July 2026. Interviews are set to be held on Friday 10th July 2026. Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding our vacancies.
Midday Assistant employer: Alton Park Junior School
At Alton Park Junior School, we pride ourselves on creating a nurturing environment where every child feels safe, happy, and valued. As a Midday Assistant, you will be part of a dedicated team that prioritises the well-being of our pupils while enjoying a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth through comprehensive training and collaboration with colleagues. With competitive salaries, excellent employee benefits, and a commitment to diversity and safeguarding, Alton Park is an exceptional place to build a meaningful career in education.
