Job Description

Application is by School Application form only which can be obtained from

Midday Assistant (Primary):

Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 1.25hrs per day (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:

http://www.warminghamce.cheshire.sch.uk/

Position Advertised:

Midday Assistant

Salary:

12.26 per hour

Applications to be returned to: Mrs Morven Jones.

resources@RCSAT.cheshire.sch.uk

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:

Midday Assistant

SCHOOL:

Warmingham CE Primary School

HOURS:

1.25 hours per day Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Term Time only

ACCOUNTABLE TO:

The Principal and Governing Body

JOB PURPOSE:

The job holder is responsible for ensuring supervision of all pupils during the lunchtime period both in the dining area and during playground activities.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1 Ensures the safety of pupils during the lunchtime period; taking into account pupil ages, disability and behaviour.

2 Arranges age-appropriate activities for pupils during inclement weather.

3 Setting up the lunch hall prior to service and clearing up at end of service.

4 Cleaning of tables, doors and surfaces.

5 Ensures application of the school behaviour policy during this period, referring serious issues to the Midday Supervisor where applicable.

6 Refers to senior members of staff on duty in cases of emergency; or, if unable to contact staff, call for the public emergency services by dialling 999.

Notwithstanding the detail in this job description, in accordance with the School's/RCSAT Flexibility Policy the job holder will undertake such work as may be determined by the Principal/ Head Teacher/Governing Body from time to time, up to or at a level consistent with the Main Responsibilities of the job.

Working Relationships

Achieve constructive working relationships with all staff.

Liaise effectively with colleagues to ensure the successful movement of pupils through the school.

Other Professional Requirements

Take responsibility for one's own professional development including knowledge of school policies and procedures.

Carry out the duties above and conduct yourself in a professional way.

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.

This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Principal and member of staff, and will be reviewed annually.

JOB SPECIFICATION MIDDAY ASSISTANT

POST:

Midday Assistant

SCHOOL:

Warmingham CE 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

Positive attitude

Friendly

Sense of humour

Enjoys working with children

Team play

In

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.26 per hour

Expected hours: 3.75 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/08/2025
Expected start date: 02/09/2025