Job Description

Welfare Assistant

Grade:

1A

Working Hours:

7.5 hours per week, Term time only

Contract Type:

Part time and permanent

Closing Date:

17

th

October 2025

Interviews: W/C 20

th

October 2025

The Governors of St Mary's are looking to appoint a Welfare Assistant to supervise pupils during the midday break either in the school grounds or in the school premise 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.



We are looking for someone who:


will nurture and care for our children, their learning and well-being Be able to listen, talk and play with children Be able to work as part of a team be creative and flexible in your approach to working with children


We can offer you:


a warm, friendly environment where children are at the heart of what we do enthusiastic children with enormous potential and a passion for learning committed and welcoming staff team and governors a school which has a commitment to working with parents and the wider community


This position is part time, term time only If successful the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.

Desirable Qualifications

Paediatric First Aid Certificate

For an informal discussion please contact:

Speak to the Mr Hewson the Head teacher on

0161 789 4532

if you require any further information.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.





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