Midday Assistant

Shorefields; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in South Ockendon is seeking a cheerful and well-motivated Midday Assistant for lunchtime supervision. This full-time role involves supporting students during lunch, working Monday to Friday, from 11:45 AM to 1:15 PM during term time. The school offers training and a supportive environment, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in education. Applicants will be required to complete a DBS check and adhere to safeguarding protocols.

Qualifications

• Well-motivated and enthusiastic individual required.
• Experience in child supervision preferred.
• Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and support of pupils during lunchtime.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Motivation

Cheerfulness

Job description

Holy Cross Primary School using its own application form, please click the button below to download and view it as Essex School Jobs cannot automatically fill out an application form that has been created by a school. You will need to download the application form before you are able to complete it.

Job Ref No. ECC3605-207
Position Type: Teaching/Child Support
Pay Range: Band 2 (Point 6-10)

Position Start Date: 01/01/2026
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 31/12/2025
Midday Date of Interviews: TBC

MIDDAY ASSISTANT REQUIRED FOR LUNCHTIME SUPERVISION - Please download full job description for a full list of duties.

Monday-Friday 11.45 -1.15 pm (7.5 hours per week, term time only)

Band 2 (within the range of 6-10)

Applications close: 31st December 26
Interview date: TBC

We are looking to employ a cheerful, well‑motivated and enthusiastic Midday Assistant to join our friendly Midday Staff Team.

Duties will include the supervision and support of pupils throughout the lunchtime period. Training will be provided.

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is located in Daiglen Drive, South Ockendon, Essex. We are part of a Multi‑Academy Trust (The Christus Catholic Trust), which currently consists of 6 primary schools. Catering for around 228 pupils.

Holy Cross' is a popular school, located on an attractive site. It boasts an excellent local reputation and facilities which provides an excellent working and learning environment. We can offer great support, a diverse and vibrant intake and a positive development to your career.

The academy and The Christus Catholic Trust will offer:

• a dynamic and collaborative team of Senior Leaders across the Trust, who work in partnership and are committed to creating an ethos of mutual support and sharing practices, whilst providing an effective Catholic education for the children in our communities
• support to improve the high standards of learning and achievement in our academy.

The school and the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and other pre‑employment checks, including online searches. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

*** IMPORTANT ***

Please ensure you download our application pack and forms. If you have any problems downloading the forms, please contact the School HR Manager on [e-mail]

A completed application form and all other related documents should be sent by email to [e-mail]

Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We warmly welcome and highly recommend that applicants contact the school to arrange a visit and discuss the role. Please contact Connie Daly on 01708 853 000 or email [e-mail] to arrange this.

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.

Documents

Connie Daly
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Daiglen Drive, South Ockendon
Essex, RM15 5RP Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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