Lunchtime Assistant - Crudgington Primary School

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Job summary

Crudgington Primary School in Telford invites applications for a Lunchtime Assistant on a part-time, term-time contract. The role is 5.50 hours per week with start date as soon as possible; the post is permanent.

We are looking for a friendly, reliable person who can support pupils’ wellbeing during lunch and play, build positive relationships, and follow school values. DBS checks and safeguarding training are required.

Qualifications

• Has a genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to supporting their wellbeing, safety and enjoyment during the school day.
• Takes pride in their work and contributes positively to the school environment.
• Builds strong, positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Works confidently and collaboratively as a valued member of our school team.

Job description

Crudgington Primary School

School Lane, Telford, TF6 6JF

Tel: [phone]

E-mail:[e-mail]

Lunchtime Assistant

Level 2

Part-time 5.50 hours a week.

Term-time only

Start Date – As soon as possible

Permanent Contract

Crudgington Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Lunchtime Assistant to join our small, dedicated team. We are looking for a friendly, reliable individual who can follow our school values of Inspire, Nurture and Succeed.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to supporting their wellbeing, safety and enjoyment during the school day.

• Takes pride in their work and contributes positively to the school environment.
• Builds strong, positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Works confidently and collaboratively as a valued member of our school team.
• Promotes positive behaviour and encourages children to play, socialise and interact respectfully with others.
• Is committed to undertaking training and continually developing their skills and knowledge.

In return, we offer:

• Wonderful children who are kind, enthusiastic and ready to Inspire, Nurture, Succeed.
• A supportive, enthusiastic staff team united in their drive and determination to secure the very best for all pupils.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community where every member of staff is valued.
• A strong commitment to providing high-quality professional development and opportunities to grow.
• A rewarding role where you can make a positive difference to children's daily school experience.

The attached job description outlines the role and responsibilities in more detail.

We encourage visits to our school where you can meet the headteacher, staff and pupils. To book a visit, please contact the school office on 01952386910.

The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders working in regulated activity with children, are required to have an enhanced DBS check (including a check on the children’s barred list).

References will be required for all shortlisted candidates, prior to interview and these will be checked following the Learning Community Trust recruitment and selection process.In line with the Statutory Guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education an online check will also be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to complete a criminal self-disclosure declaration, posts that involve working in regulated activity are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, please note it is a criminal offence for individuals on the barred list for children to apply for any post working with children. For more information, please refer to The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, for information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

We are committed to equality anddiversity andfollow the Safer Recruitment practices as set out in the Statutory Guidance - Keeping Children Safe in Education.For more information regarding our school’s commitment to safeguarding, please see our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy: https://crudgington.lct.education/about/policies/

Closing Date: Monday 14th September 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 16th September 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

Attached documents

Job Description
Application form