Midday Assistant

Oasis Community Learning do; Greater London; On-site; GBP 4,000 - GBP 8,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Greater London is looking for a passionate Midday Assistant to support children's learning and well-being. The role involves engaging with children during outdoor play and assisting during lunch in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and a strong desire to contribute positively to their development. This fixed-term position is part-time, working 6.25 hours per week during term time.

Benefits

Engaged staff and children

Wellbeing commitment

Opportunities to make a difference

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and play in outdoor areas.
• Assist children during lunch in the dinner hall.
• Create a positive and engaging environment.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Ability to support children's learning and play

Positive and enthusiastic attitude

Job description

* Midday AssistantNEWFast Apply# Midday AssistantEmployerLocation: Havering, Greater LondonContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: Fixed term until 17th July 26Salary: Scale 2 (3-5) Outer London / £4,051-£7,223 actualPosted: 5th February 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 20th February 2026 10:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1533208Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Contract Length: Fixed term until 17th July 26* Job ID: 1533208* Share :Role: Midday AssistantLocation: Oasis Academy PinewoodSalary: Scale 2 (3-5) Outer London / £28,617-£29,436 FTE / £4,051-£7,223 actualHours: 6.25 hours per week (1 hour 15 mins per day) / Monday-Friday / Term time onlyContract: Fixed Term until 17th July 2026 (with possibility of renewal for right candidate)Start date: March 2026Applications close: 10.00am on Friday 20th February 2026Interviews scheduled: week commencing 23rd February 2026We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated midday assistant. You must have a real passion for working with children to create a rich, inclusive and balanced environment. You will be positive, passionate and enthusiastic with the ability to instil these qualities in our students. We are looking for a midday assistant who has the attitudes and skills to support our children to achieve their absolute best. Children learn best when outdoors and active so a large part of your time will be spent outside supporting children’s learning and play in our lovely outdoor areas as well as in the dinner hall while the children have their lunch.Our offer to you• Engaged children and staff team that will make coming to work every day a joy• A commitment to the importance of wellbeing for staff, children and their families• Trust-wide opportunities to make a difference to the lives of all Oasis students• A beautiful location with extensive grounds, on the edge of a country park that we make use of as a Forest SchoolApplication processIf you’re interested and you would like to know more, we welcome conversations or school visits. Start your application to find out how to arrange this.Or, if you can’t wait to apply and start the conversation at an interview – please click ‘fast apply’ to complete the application form and tell us all about you, your experience and how your ambition to see every student succeed matches ours.Closing date: 10.00am on Friday 20th February 2026Interviews: week commencing 23rd February 2026If you intend to apply, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Pinewood is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy PinewoodPart of### Oasis Community Learning