Midday Assistant

Midday Assistant - Thursdays and Fridays

Job . ECCS Position Type:
Teaching/Child Support Pay Range:
Scale 2, Points 3-4

Position

Start Date:

Immediate Contract Type:
Part-time Contract Term:
Permanent

Application Close: 10/03/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive, organised and reliable person who will enjoy the challenges and rewards of working with children. Our Midday Assistants act as part of a team to create a positive happy and secure environment in our playgrounds, dining hall and the school building at lunchtime.

Hours:

11.45- 13.15, Thursdays and Fridays, term time only.

Scale 2, Points 3-4 (£24,796 to £25,185 FTE)

Duties will include:

• supervising children in the lunch hall, classrooms and the playground
• leading games with the children
• preparing the dinner hall for lunch, serve and clear away afterwards
• interacting with children to encourage good social skills

We can offer you:

• Committed staff working within a team ethos
• Happy, motivated and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and play!
• A family atmosphere with strong community links

A job description is available with this advert. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate checks and clearances.

Little Waltham Church of England VA Primary School is situated in the pretty village of Little Waltham catering for pupils from 5 - 11. We pride ourselves in creating a caring environment based on Christian values which allows children to reach their full academic, social, moral and physical potential. By providing a holistic approach to learning and development we support each children's individual needs.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Mr Stephen Saunders
The Street
Little Waltham, Chelmsford
Essex, CM3 3NY

Telephone:
Email: admi

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