Breakfast Club Assistant

Shorefields; Halstead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school is seeking a Breakfast Club Assistant to run their breakfast club each weekday morning. The successful candidate will work 1.5 hours each morning, implementing activities for primary school children, preparing and serving healthy breakfasts, and establishing positive relationships with pupils. This part-time, fixed-term position runs for 8 months, starting January 5th, 2026. The role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Friendly and supportive school environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-school-age children.
• Ability to prepare and serve healthy breakfasts.
• Commitment to supporting the school's values and ethos.

Responsibilities

• Run a breakfast club for primary school children.
• Set up and clear away each morning.
• Prepare and serve simple healthy breakfasts.

Skills

Implementing planned activities

Establishing positive relationships with pupils

Communication with parents and staff

Remaining calm under pressure

Education

Certificate in Food Safety (optional)

Job description

Breakfast Club Assistant

Job Ref No. ECC3304-21S
Position Type: Teaching/Child Support
Pay Range: Scale 2 Points 3-4 (£24,795.90 - £25,185.00 FTE)
Pro Rata Salary: £4,193.32 - £4,259.12
Contract Type: Part-time, Fixed‑Term (8 months)
Hours: 1.5 hours per day, 5 days per week
Start Date: 5th January 2026 (or sooner if applicant available)

The role is to run a breakfast club for the primary school each weekday morning. The programme runs from 07:30 am to 09:00 am.

• Implement planned activities for a small group of primary‑school‑age children from 07:30 am until 09:00 am each morning.
• Set up and clear away each morning.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils.
• Display a professional attitude.
• Prepare and serve simple healthy breakfasts in line with school and dietary guidelines.
• Remain calm under pressure.
• Communicate well with parents, carers, staff and pupils.
• Commit to supporting the values and ethos of our Church school.
• Optional – the candidate will have a certificate in Food Safety.

We offer a friendly, supportive school environment, opportunities for professional development and a happy working atmosphere.

Contact: Ridgewell Church of England Primary School, Church Lane, Ridgewell, Halstead, Essex, CO9 4SA
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.ridgewell.essex.sch.uk

Application Deadline: Midnight 14th December 2025
Interviews: On or after 15th December 2025

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.