Midday Assistant

Shorefields; Basildon; On-site; GBP 6,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Basildon is seeking a part-time Teaching/Child Support Midday Assistant to provide care for children during lunchtime. The role includes supervising activities and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must be dependable, enthusiastic, and passionate about raising educational standards. Opportunities for continued professional development are available. Salary is in the range of £5,768 per annum with an inclusive contract offering paid annual leave.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be hardworking and committed to improving and developing their own practice.
• Passion for raising standards and attainment.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for children during lunch hour.
• Supervise activities and provide minor first aid if needed.
• Maintain high expectations of the children.

Skills

Teamwork

Dependability

Enthusiasm

Job description

Job reference: ECC2146-163S | Position: Teaching/Child Support Midday Assistant | Start Date: 02/02/2026 | Contract: Part-time, Permanent | Salary: Scale 2, Point 3 (Range 3-4) – £5,768 per annum (incl. paid annual leave).

School

Whitmore Primary School and Nursery is a growing and supportive school located in Whitmore Way, Basildon. We are one of ten schools that form the Berlesduna Academy Trust, and our vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills among all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Provide care for children during lunch hour, including playing games, supervising the hall and providing minor first aid if needed.
• Be an enthusiastic, hardworking and dependable team member.
• Maintain high expectations of the children and yourself, with a passion for raising standards and attainment.
• Work well as part of a team and commit to improving and developing your own practice.

What We Offer

• A well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff.
• A forward-looking school dedicated to the success of all children and staff.
• A commitment to continued professional development.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families.

Application

We welcome visits to our school which can be arranged by contacting the school office at [e-mail] or 01268 520435.

Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We may review the internet and social media relating to shortlisted candidates as part of the screening process. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Contact

Mrs Helen Kilner
Whitmore Way, Basildon
Essex, SS14 2TP
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]