Welfare Assistant

Location Ashton-on-ribble St Andrew's Church Of England Primary School, Tulketh Road, Ashton-on-ribble, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 1EQ
(423 on roll)

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Summary We are seeking to appoint a lunchtime welfare assistant to our wonderful school. We are hoping to appoint a positive and caring individual to start ASAP. The successful candidate will be able to maintain high standards of behaviour shown by pupils during lunchtimes, as well as supporting their safety and welfare.

We hope that the successful candidate can live out our school vision which is underpinned by Love, Nurture, Joy. The successful candidate will be able to build positive relationships with both pupils and staff. Our school can offer a warm and friendly environment in which to work. The hours for the role are 11.55am to 1.10pm Monday to Friday.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis.

• First Aid

• Knowledge and understanding of children

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Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.