Midday Assistant

Shorefields; Bocking; On-site; GBP 5,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Bocking is looking for a Midday Assistant to support lunchtimes. The successful candidate will ensure a safe and enjoyable lunch environment for pupils, assist with meals, and promote positive play. This is a part-time role (7.5 hours per week) during term time only, with a starting salary of £4,092.36. Candidates will have a positive attitude, work well in a team, and have a nurturing presence. Interested applicants may contact the school for a shadow shift instead of a formal interview.

Qualifications

• A positive, enthusiastic approach to working with children.
• A professional attitude and a strong team ethic.
• A good sense of humour and a calm, nurturing presence.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clear down tables and equipment in dining hall.
• Supervise pupils in the dining hall for safety and respect.
• Engage with children during outdoor play and promote inclusivity.

Skills

Positive, enthusiastic approach to working with children

Professional attitude

Good sense of humour

Calm, nurturing presence

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3440-113S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 2, Point 3 - Actual Salary: £4,092.36

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 06/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: WB 6 January

Join Our Lunchtime Team at St Michael’s!

Midday Assistant - Term Time Only

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and caring Midday Assistant to join our team. This is a vital role in the school day, helping ensure that lunchtimes are calm, safe, and enjoyable for all our pupils. Whether helping younger children with their meals, encouraging positive play, or supporting transitions in the hall, your presence and engagement will make a real difference.

Position: Midday Assistant

Responsible to: Midday Supervisor

Working hours: 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM or 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per week, term time only)

Salary: Scale 2, Point 3 - Actual Salary: £4,092.36

Key Responsibilities

During Lunch Service

• Set up and clear down tables and equipment in the dining hall before and after meals.
• Supervise pupils in the dining hall, ensuring a calm, safe, and respectful environment.
• Help younger children with tasks such as cutting up food and using cutlery.
• Work closely with the midday team to support smooth movement between the hall and kitchen.
• Promote good manners and encourage positive social interaction.

Outdoors and Play

• Engage with children during outdoor play, promoting inclusive and creative games.
• Be proactive in encouraging kindness, cooperation, and active play.
• Help to ensure that all children feel seen, safe, and included in activities.

What We’re Looking For

• A positive, enthusiastic approach to working with children.
• A professional attitude and a strong team ethic.
• A good sense of humour and a calm, nurturing presence.
• A commitment to upholding the school's values and vision.

Next Steps

Rather than a formal interview, we’d prefer to invite interested applicants for a shadow shift, where we can see how you interact with the children and team in a real lunchtime setting.

Application

If you’d like to express your interest, please contact the school office via email: [e-mail]. Please include your name and a contact number, and a member of our team will be in touch.

St Michael's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures and enhanced DBS checks. The school reserves the right to close the vacancy early and/or interview candidates prior to the deadline if demand is sufficient.

Information about the School

At St Michael’s C of E Primary School, we recognise the vital role that we have to help shape the lives of the children we are privileged to work with. Following Jesus’ example, we put the children at the heart of all we do, knowing that they are our future. Through both explicit and implicit teaching and modelling of our school vision and by living it out in practice through our four Christian Values of Love, Integrity, Creativity and Resilience, we aim to create a community within our school and beyond, which is principled and starts these children off on a journey in which they will always know that Christ will be with them.

We aim to inspire children to do their best in all aspects of their lives and celebrate all their successes.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Christopher Speller
Maple Avenue, Braintree
Essex, CM7 2NS
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]