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Midday Assistant

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Colchester, Essex County, CO1, England, UK
Listing for: Coast and Vale Learning Trust
Part Time, Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-09-16
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 12000 - 15000 GBP Yearly GBP 12000.00 15000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Midday Assistant to join our supportive and growing team at Camulos Academy. You will play an important role in helping children enjoy a safe, happy and positive lunchtime experience.

In this role, you will support children with their table manners and use of cutlery, help to coordinate a range of fun and engaging play activities, and promote positive behaviour. You will also administer minor first aid and ensure the welfare and safety of all children throughout the lunchtime period. As highlighted in the role, your commitment to creating a safe and enjoyable environment is central to the position.

At Camulos Academy, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed. As a Midday Assistant, you will help create opportunities for children to grow in confidence, develop independence and enjoy their time  value every child as an individual and encourage them to challenge themselves through a variety of activities.

We are looking for someone with:
  • Experience working with primary aged children
  • A basic understanding of child development
  • Enthusiasm and dedication for supporting pupils during lunchtime
You should be:
  • Responsible and reliable
  • Confident working with young people and able to maintain positive behaviour
  • Able to build good relationships with both children and adults

In turn, we can offer you:

  • Great facilities to create a vibrant, stimulating learning environment for children
  • A supportive Leadership team who will encourage innovation and initiative
  • A wider network within REAch2 Academy Trust of support, exceptional practice and excellent CPD
Why Work with REAch2 Academy Trust?
  • Excellence & Development:
    We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • Supportive & Collaborative:

    Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared.
  • Well-being Focus:
    We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer robust well-being support for all staff.
  • Diversity & Inclusion:
    We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools.
  • Innovation & Impact:
    Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children's lives.
  • Making a difference:
    Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You'll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations.

Join us to grow your career, collaborate with passionate educators, and make a lasting impact on future generations.

Benefits
  • Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance.
  • Professional Development:
    Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills.
  • Flexible & Family-Friendly:
    We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.
  • Exclusive Discounts:
    Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
  • Well-being Support:
    Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family.

Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits!

Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Data Protection

At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare, as stated in Section 175 of the Education Act (2002) is one that is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our…

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