Midday Assistant

Shorefields; Billericay; Hybrid; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Sunnymede Primary School in Billericay is seeking a proactive Midday Assistant to supervise pupils at lunchtimes, ensuring safety and positive behaviour during play in the playground or dining hall. The role runs Monday to Friday during term time, with a focus on supportive interaction with children and teamwork with school staff.

The successful candidate will have a calm, positive demeanour, be flexible and patient, and enjoy engaging with children in a safe, fun environment.

Qualifications

• Calm and positive manner essential for dealing with children.
• Flexibility and patience to support pupils during lunch.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with staff and pupils.
• Ability to promote and supervise playground games and activities.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and show initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, welfare and good behaviour of pupils during lunch breaks.
• Engage actively with playground activities and supervise activities.
• Establish positive relationships with children within the role.
• Work in the setting of Sunnymede Primary School and support a friendly environment.

Skills

Calm and positive manner

Flexible and patient

Excellent interpersonal communication

Promote and supervise playground games

Team player with initiative

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2601-125 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 2 - point 3 to 4

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 16/10/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: TBC

Lunchtimes are an important part of a child's day and an opportunity to learn, play and socialise together! We are looking for a proactive, reliable and kind Midday Assistant to join our friendly school and make this a reality for our children.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, term time only

Key to the role is maintaining the safety, welfare and good behaviour of the pupils during their lunch break, either in the playground or the dining hall. It is essential that you enjoy working with children and can establish positive relationships with them within the context of the role. This will include engaging actively with playground activities.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a calm and positive manner
• Be flexible and patient
• Use their initiative but also work as part of a team
• Be able to maintain a safe working environment
• Be fair, caring and have a sense of humour
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to promote and supervise playground games and activities
• Enjoy the fresh air and fun!

Previous applicants need not apply.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As a school, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, as well as promoting British values. This appointment is subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references, medical and enhanced DBS clearance.

Information about the School

Sunnymede Primary School is a vibrant, two form entry school in Billericay, where children are well behaved and at the heart of everything we do. Please visit our website to discover more about us - http://www.sunnymedeprimary.com

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Ronnie Branch
The Meadow Way, Billericay
Essex, CM11 2HL Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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