Midday Assistant
- Employer: Aston by Sutton Primary School
- Reference: P/26/332653
Grade 2, FTE salary - £24,413
6 hours per week over 5 days (11:55 – 13.05 daily) term time only
The Governors and Headteacher at Aston by Sutton Primary School are seeking to appoint a hardworking and enthusiastic Midday Assistant to join our team at our friendly & hardworking school.
The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting the children during lunchtime with hot meals or packed lunches and to provide playground support and supervision. Please refer to the attached job description for more information on the role and its responsibilities.
We are looking to appoint a positive, friendly and caring person with lots of energy who can join our hardworking team in helping to make lunchtimes safe and enjoyable for our children. The right person will be highly responsible and motivated, and enjoy working within a school environment, caring for and interacting with primary age pupils.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate a child-centred, nurturing approach, the ability to maintain clear and consistent boundaries and a positive attitude.
Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the on-line application form.
Cheshire West and Chester Local Authority are an equal opportunities employer.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Further details can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/dbs. Appointments are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references as according to our Safer Recruitment Policy.
This post is permanent subject to a satisfactory references and probationary period. The salary for this post is £12.65 per hour.
Closing date: 25th March 2026 at 12:00
Shortlisting: 27th March 2026
Interview date: w/c Monday 30th March 2026
Unfortunately, we are unable to give feedback for unsuccessful applicants.
For further information regarding this role, please contact admin@aston.cheshire.sch.uk.
How to apply
Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role.