Midday Assistant

Hursthead Infant School; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

Hursthead Infant School on Kirkstead Rd, Cheadle, SK8 7PZ is seeking a passionate Midday Assistant to join our staff. You will work 5 hours per week during term time, providing support during lunch breaks and assisting with planned activities as part of a supportive team.

The role is permanent with a start date of 12 October 2026. A positive approach to helping children with their learning and well-being is essential, along with contributing to interventions across the school.

Responsibilities

• Provide whole class teaching for pre-planned cover, in addition to supporting individuals and small groups.
• Deliver interventions across the school to support learning and well-being.

Job description

Hursthead Infant School
Kirkstead Rd, Cheadle, SK8 7PZ
0161 439 2238

Midday Assistant
Scale 1 (£25,614 pro rata)
5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Term Time Only
Permanent
Start Date: 12 October 2026

Application Deadline: 27 September 2026, 11:59pm

Shortlisting Date: 28 September 2026
Interview Date: 1 October 2026

The Governing Board of Hursthead Infant School are looking for a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and hardworking staff team.

We are looking for a committed, and talented individual who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and well-being. The successful candidate will be required to provide whole class teaching for pre-planned cover in addition to supporting individuals and small groups, both in the classroom and in delivering interventions across the school.

In return we offer:

• A happy school environment with a nurturing ethos centered on ‘We care, we learn, we belong’
• Friendly, motivated and caring children who are keen to learn
• A clear commitment to professional development of all staff
• A supportive, hardworking and friendly staff team who are committed to providing the best for our children
• A successful, happy and forward thinking whole school community

Please note that unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Stockport Council is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce culture - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to join our workforce.

We want our employees to have a good work life balance and in many job roles we can offer a range of flexible/hybrid working arrangements. We also have inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support our diverse workforce. We will listen to, learn from, and develop our workforce.

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