Midday Assistant

Shorefields; Thundersley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Thundersley is seeking a part-time Midday Assistant to support children during lunch breaks. The role involves supervising the children, assisting with food, and promoting good behavior. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility and a caring attitude, with the ability to engage with children in group activities. This position is fixed term, from February 2026 to July 2026, and is subject to a safer recruitment process to ensure child safety.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to handle various tasks within the school environment.
• Ability to respond positively to children and staff.
• Interest in facilitating children's activities and games.

Responsibilities

• Help with food and promote good behavior during midday breaks.
• Supervise children inside or outside during playtime.
• Act as a caring adult ensuring children's health and safety.

Skills

Flexibility and a 'can do' approach

Ability to communicate with children

Willingness to involve in group games

Basic First Aid knowledge

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3835-63S

Position Type: Teaching/Child Support

Pay Range: Scale 2 point 3-4

Position Start Date: 24/02/2026

Contract Type: Part-time

Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 19/01/2026 4pm

Date of Interviews: Wednesday 28th January 2026

Do you want to return to work, within the school day to earn some extra cash? We have a vacancy for a Midday Assistant to join our team.

We are looking for a Midday Assistant to start work as soon as possible, for five days a week from 12.00 to 1.15 p.m., during the term time only.

This is a fixed term contract from February 2026 - July 2026.

What we’re looking for (attributes)

• Flexibility – a 'can do' approach with an ability to communicate with children in a firm but fair manner
• An ability to respond to all pupils and staff
• A willingness to involve yourself with the children, and instigate group games
• First Aid – not essential as we can arrange this

The role of the Midday Assistant is to help with the food, promote a good standard of behaviour, supervise the children when playing outside, or in classrooms on wet days.

The Midday Assistant should act as a responsible caring adult with the health, safety, and welfare of the children always in mind; show conduct which commands respect; and see that the children behave at all times sensibly and quietly.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Further details and application forms are available from the school office or you can apply online via Essex School Jobs. Completed applications should be returned to the school.

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

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