Lunchtime Welfare Assistant | Safe Play & First Aid

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL; St. John; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Halton Borough Council is seeking a Welfare Assistant to supervise pupils at lunchtimes, both in the dining hall and in the playground, ensuring safety, orderliness and good behaviour. The role involves assisting in wet weather activities and coordinating with the Catering Department to maintain a clean and safe lunch environment.

Training will be provided for basic first aid; you will work as part of a team to ensure pupils’ welfare and smooth lunchtime routines within the school grounds.

Responsibilities

• Supervise washing and hands before meals and entry of children into dining hall.
• Monitor pupils in dining hall and provide guidance on table manners.
• Supervise playground and school premises after lunch; assist in wet weather activities and promote good behaviour.
• Ensure clean surfaces for eating, maintain playtime routines, and coordinate with Catering for hall prep and safety.
• Provide basic first aid where needed (training provided); report minor accidents using the standard form.

Job description

Halton Borough Council is seeking a Welfare Assistant to supervise pupils at lunchtimes, both in the dining hall and in the playground, ensuring safety, orderliness and good behaviour. The role involves assisting in wet weather activities and coordinating with the Catering Department to maintain a clean and safe lunch environment.

Training will be provided for basic first aid; you will work as part of a team to ensure pupils’ welfare and smooth lunchtime routines within the school grounds.