Job Description

Join Our Lunchtime Team! Lunchtime Welfare Assistant St Andrew's CE Primary School


Are you friendly, caring, and enjoy working with children? We'd love to hear from you!


We're looking for a Lunchtime Welfare Assistant to join our lovely team as soon as possible (subject to all the usual checks).


Hours: 5 hours per week (MondayFriday) Term time only Salary: Grade 1A, SCP 10


In this role, you'll help make lunchtimes a safe, fun, and positive part of the day for our children. You'll be supervising and supporting our pupils while they eat and play making sure everyone feels happy, included, and well cared for.


We're looking for someone who:

Enjoys being around children and supporting their wellbeing Is responsible, reliable, and a great team player Can bring warmth, patience, and a smile to each day!

Please make sure you include two contactable referees in your application.


At St Andrew's, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.


Come and be part of a supportive, welcoming school community we can't wait to meet you!


Shortlisting: 12pm 3rd November


Interviews: 6th November


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

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