At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and care for children while providing a healthy breakfast before school.
- Company: Stockbridge Primary School, dedicated to making a difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse and inclusive workforce committed to equal opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's mornings and enjoy a rewarding experience.
- Qualifications: Good listening skills, organisation, and a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 26205 - 26525 £ per year.
Position Details
Breakfast Club Assistant, Stockbridge Primary School.
Salary: £26,205 - £26,525 (pro-rata for part-time and sessional). Hours: 6 per week, 38 weeks sessional.
Working Pattern: Monday & Tuesday 07:45-09:00; Wednesday-Friday 07:50-09:00.
About the Role
Stockbridge Primary School is seeking a Breakfast Club Assistant to start in August 2026. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives before the day begins. As part of a team you will supervise and care for the children while providing a healthy breakfast before school. You will be a good listener, be organised and enjoy working with children. The successful candidate will have or be willing to undertake Food & Hygiene Training. Previous experience of working with children in an education setting would be desirable.
Requirements
- Regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
- Preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
- Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out of the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required; you will be required to provide this check.
An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre‑employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
Our Commitment
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care‑experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care‑experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Process
As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We’re interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.
You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page: Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council.
Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.
Happy to talk flexible working.
Breakfast Club Assistant - Stockbridge Primary School employer: The City of Edinburgh Council
Stockbridge Primary School is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. As a Breakfast Club Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives, all within a vibrant community in Edinburgh. The school offers flexible working arrangements, ongoing training opportunities, and a commitment to diversity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered to thrive.
Contact Details:
The City of Edinburgh Council Recruitment Team
