Lunchtime Organiser; SEN

Location:

Manchester Salary: 8,098 per year Employment:
Part time Category:
Learning Support Assistant Posted:
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The Role

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Hours:

Part Time, 13 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1

Start Date:

30th November 2026
Salary: 8,098 per annum
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Lunchtime Organiser to join our fantastic team at Prospect House Primary Specialist School This is a part time, permanent post working 13 hours per week, during term time only. The starting salary is 8,098 and the full time equivalent is 26,016 Grade 2.We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Lunchtime Organiser to join our dedicated team at Prospect House Primary Specialist School in Higher Blackley, part of Prospere Learning Trust.

Prospect House is a vibrant, purpose-built special primary school supporting children aged 3–11 with significant learning needs and additional complexities. We offer a warm and welcoming environment with state of the art facilities.

About the role:

As a Lunchtime Organiser, you will support our pupils over the lunchtime period to ensure they are safe, engaged and enjoying a positive break in their day. This involves:

Supporting healthy eating and food choices and ensuring clean and safe environment

Supervising pupils in the dining hall and playground

Assisting with feeding, toileting, and changing where required (training provided)
Support activities with groups of students during lunchtime clubs

Creating a calm and positive environment that encourages social interaction and independence

Working closely with teaching staff and senior lunchtime organisers

Supporting with minor accidents comforting and reassuring pupils or delivering first aid where necessary.
We welcome applicants with experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEND but it’s not essential. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is:

Compassionate and patient and a strong team player

Reliable and committed to supporting children’s wellbeing

Able to communicate clearly and follow instructions confidently

Ability to develop good working relationships with staff, children and wider stakeholders

Willing to undertake relevant training, including personal care and the safe use of specialist equipment

To be aware of policies and procedures relating to child protectionA first aid qualification is highly desirable

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

About the Candidate Working for Prospere Learning Trust Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses

Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff

Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service

Cycle scheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines

Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans

Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible

Mental Health First Aid in every school

Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many moreb

Yond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday…