At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils during lunchtime, ensuring a safe and positive environment.
- Company: Patcham Junior School, a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Brighton.
- Benefits: Enjoy working with fantastic children and a supportive team, plus training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours with a positive ethos and commitment to wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in a fun environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with children and strong communication skills.
Location: Patcham Junior School, Brighton, BN1 8WW.
Salary: £26,403 pro rata (£3,011.50 per week or £3,052 if over 5 years service).
Contractual hours: 5 hours per week.
Paid weeks per year: 43.89 (inclusive of holiday entitlement).
Start date: 01.09.2026.
About the Role: Patcham Junior School is a popular three-form entry primary school in Brighton. We pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive approach.
Candidate Profile:
- Passionate about working with pupils.
- Promote high standards of behaviour and a good work ethos by creating a supportive, secure, safe and structured learning environment.
- Demonstrate flexibility, resilience and adaptability when faced with a variety of situations.
- Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team.
- Effective communicator: foster excellent relationships with children, parents and staff.
- Well organised and work on own initiative.
- Patient, kind and caring with a good sense of humour and a positive outlook.
Benefits:
- Fantastic children who enjoy school and work hard.
- A happy working environment with a positive and inclusive ethos.
- A strong, committed and collaborative leadership team.
- Opportunities for training and further development.
- Support with wellbeing.
Contact Information:
Telephone: 01273 05713.
Email: office@patchamjun.brighton-hove.sch.uk.
Website: www.patchamjun.org.uk.
Closing date: Noon on Friday 10 July 2026.
Interviews: Monday 13 July 2026.
Additional Information: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Company Statement: Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Midday Supervisory Assistant employer: Brighton & Hove City Council
Patcham Junior School is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where staff can thrive while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. With a strong commitment to professional development and wellbeing, employees benefit from a supportive leadership team and the joy of working with enthusiastic pupils in a vibrant community. Located in Brighton, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a positive school culture while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the city.
Contact Details:
Brighton & Hove City Council Recruitment Team
