Job Description

Welfare Assistant Position Permanent

St. Paul's C.E Primary School


Crompton Street


Walkden


Salford


M28 3HP


Telephone: 0161 790 7468


Headteacher: Ms R. Knipe


NOR: 230

Welfare Assistant

Grade 1A 5 hours per week, term time only

Required for as soon as possible

The Governors, staff and children at St. Paul's Primary School are looking to appoint a Welfare Assistant to supervise pupils during the midday break either in the school grounds or in the school premises i.e. during the time when pupils are taking their meal or if the pupils are unable to use the school grounds because of inclement weather. All children deserve the very best and we are looking for someone who is committed to our school values.

The successful candidate will:

Have experience of working with children Be able to listen, talk and play with children Be able to work as part of a team Promote and model the school values Be hard working, enthusiastic, caring and inclusive


St. Paul's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date:

Wednesday 15

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October 2025 at midday

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 20

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October 2025

For full details please see the job description and person specification.


Visits to the school are welcomed. Please contact Mrs Ahmed at our school office to arrange a suitable time and date.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share

this commitment


We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.

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