Job Description

Working pattern:

0730-0830 Monday-Friday

Actual starting salary (calculated pro rata):

2,850 per annum

Salaries are paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

Do you have the enthusiasm to help with the safe running of our Breakfast Club and provide a safe and stimulating environment for our pupils?

We are looking for a permanent Breakfast Club Assistant, who will actively and enthusiastically assist with the running of the Breakfast Club. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing a high-quality level of activities whilst offering appropriate stimulation and support to the children Preparing, serving and tidying away at the end of the meal Ensuring that the club is a safe environment for children; all equipment is safe to use and very high standards of hygiene are consistently maintained

The successful candidate will be able to provide a nurturing environment and enjoy working as part of a friendly and dedicated team.


Please see the attached job description for full details.

West St Leonards Primary Academy

At West St Leonards Primary Academy, we are dedicated to nurturing each and every pupil to help them reach their full potential. Our strong relationships with our supportive community of parents and carers form the cornerstone of our school ethos.


We are committed to delivering excellent teaching and providing fantastic facilities for our pupils. Our nurturing and welcoming environment promotes a sense of belonging and empowers children to embrace challenges without fear of failure, enabling them to become confident lifelong learners.


The academy has a total capacity of 380 pupils. The academy also hosts a special facility for up to 12 children with moderate learning difficulties and physical disabilities.

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We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include:

Automatic annual pay increments:

Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually.

Generous Pension:

Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 22.7%.

Holiday Entitlement:

Take advantage of 25 days annual leave per annum (FTE), plus statutory Bank Holidays.

Health and Wellbeing:

A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues, as well as some 'Time for You' to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing.

Personal Development Day:

One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering, training or a seminar (self-funded).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

Access to free and confidential counselling services, providing support for both work and personal issues.

Cycle to Work:

Build exercise into your commute, with our cycle-to-work programme, offering a 2K loan to purchase a bicycle.

Retail Discount:

Savings with hundreds of retailers including gym, private medical, dental and online GP service, as well as eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Scheme.

Our commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)


We welcome applications from all members of the community.

The Trust is proud to be part of the government's Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us by email to recruitment@brightonacademiestrust.org.uk or by telephone to Emma Richings 01424 905 306.

Find out more

For further information about this opportunity please download the attached job description and personal specification, and view our candidate pack here:

Candidate Pack

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Charlene Fleri, PA to Principal at office@wslprimaryacademy.org.uk

Please apply today.

Key dates

Closing date:

19 June 2025

Interview date:

27 June 2025

Proposed start date

: September 2025

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