Breakfast Club Assistant

The Breakfast Club; Buxton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

The Breakfast Club is seeking Breakfast Club Assistants to support primary schools across DE4 and SK17 on an ad‑hoc basis. Shift times are from 07:45 to 08:45 with flexible days.

You will help set up breakfast, serve breakfast items, supervise activities, and ensure a safe, welcoming start to the school day while promoting healthy routines for pupils.

Qualifications

• Essential experience working with primary school‑aged children in school or childcare settings.
• Reliable, punctual and adaptable with a flexible approach to ad‑hoc daily work.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor with pupils, parents and school staff.
• Experience in safeguarding and ability to obtain a fully enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Club Preparation & Service: Set up breakfast area, prepare food and drinks, and serve pupils between 07:45 and 08:45.
• Morning Supervision: Supervise breakfast and lead light morning activities or reading time.
• Safe Transition: Help children transition from breakfast club into morning classrooms.
• Health, Safety & Hygiene: Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safety.
• Pastoral Care: Provide a warm start to the day and support children's emotional well‑being.

Job description

Job Advertisement: Breakfast Club Assistant Location: Primary Schools across DE4 and SK17 Position Type: Flexible / Ad-Hoc Supply Working Hours: 07:45 - 08:45, Monday to Friday (Ad-hoc days) Start Date: Immediate About the Role: Are you an energetic, reliable, and nurturing individual looking for flexible morning hours? We are seeking dedicated Breakfast Club Assistants for ad-hoc day bookings across primary schools in DE4 and SK17. In this role, you will help kickstart the children's school day in a welcoming, safe, and positive environment. You will assist with setting up breakfast, serving healthy food, and supervising morning activities, games, or quiet time before classes begin.

• Club Preparation & Service: Set up the breakfast area, prepare food and drinks (such as cereal, toast, and juice), and serve pupils efficiently between 07:45 and 08:45. Morning Supervision: Supervise children during breakfast and lead engaging, low-key morning activities, games, or reading time. Safe Transition: Ensure children transition smoothly and safely from the breakfast club into their designated morning classrooms or school lines. Health, Safety & Hygiene: Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety across the breakfast club environment. Pastoral Care: Provide a warm, reassuring start to the day for children, offering a friendly ear and supporting their emotional well-being before lessons start. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience working with primary school-aged children in a school, childcare, or youth work setting. Reliable, punctual, and adaptable with a flexible approach to ad-hoc daily work. Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor when dealing with pupils, parents, and school staff. Qualifications & Certifications Relevant background in childcare, playwork, or education support. A fully enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) alongside up-to-date safeguarding training.
• Food hygiene certificate or first aid certification is highly desirable (or willingness to complete).

  Why Join Us?

  Enjoy convenient morning hours (07:45 - 08:45) that offer flexibility around other commitments or lifestyle needs. Support primary schools across Buxton, DE4, and SK17 on an ad-hoc basis with no long-term contractual tie-ins. Play a valued part in giving local children a positive, nutritious start to their school day. Are you reliable, great with children, and available for flexible morning shifts?