Midday Assistant

Prospect Vale Primary School

Prospect Vale

Heald Green

Cheadle

SK8 3RJ

0161 437 4226

***email_hidden***

Job Title: Midday Assistant

Salary: Scale 1 point 3 £3,106 Pro rata actual salary

Hours: 5.25 Hours per week

Working Pattern: Term Time only Monday to Friday 12-13.05pm

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: 3rd July 2026

Interview Date: 8th July 2026

Start Date: September 2026

Are you ready to be part of something special? At Prospect Vale Primary, we are on an exciting journey of transformation. With investment in our school and an ambitious vision for the future, we are developing our curriculum and support systems to ensure we provide an outstanding education for every child. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children as a Midday Assistant to join us as we strive to become one of the leading primary schools in the country.

Duties Include

Supervision of children in the playground.

Encouraging the children to eat their meal in the dining hall.

Ensuring that hygiene standards are met.

Working as a team, because we believe that together we thrive.

Having the ability to work calmly with any incidents which may arise, including assisting with basic first aid.

What We’re Looking For

The role requires strong organisational skills to manage playground games and the ability to build positive relationships with children and adults. A basic understanding of child development, safeguarding, health and safety, and first aid is essential.

You should effectively manage pupil behaviour, demonstrate a caring and professional attitude, and maintain confidentiality. You must be able to work independently or as part of a team, using initiative when needed. Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility are important, along with a willingness to take on additional duties. Previous experience working with children is desirable.

What We Offer

The chance to be part of an exciting period of growth and change within our school.

A supportive, welcoming, and forward-thinking leadership and teaching team.

If you share our belief that We care, We strive, Together, We thrive, and you are ready to take on a role where your passion and dedication will be truly valued, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us. Be part of our journey. Make a difference.

The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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We want our employees to have a good work life balance and in many job roles we can offer a range of flexible/hybrid working arrangements. We also have inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support our diverse workforce. We will listen to, learn from, and develop our workforce.