Midday Assistant

The Tyrrells Primary School; Goring-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Goring-by-Sea is seeking a dedicated Midday Assistant. The role involves supporting children during lunchtimes and assisting with meals in the Hall. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and the ability to remain calm under pressure. This part-time, permanent position is a great opportunity to join a friendly team committed to children's welfare and education.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Caring and positive demeanor required.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure is essential.
• Experience working with children is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support children during lunchtimes in the playground.
• Assist with meals in the Hall.

Skills

Caring

Positive attitude

Calm under pressure

Experience working with children

Job description

Applications & Details

• Applications Close: 4th December 2025 at Midday
• Position Start Date: Immediate
• Position Type: Midday Assistant
• Employment Type: Part time, Permanent (6.25 hours per week (1.25 hours per day))
• Date of Interview: 8th December 2025
• Pay Range: Scale 2, Point 3 – 4

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for a new Midday Assistant to join our team to support children at lunchtimes. This post will involve working with children in the playground as well as supporting with the meals in the Hall.

Responsibilities

• Support children during lunchtimes in the playground.
• Assist with meals in the Hall.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Caring, positive, and able to use own initiative.
• Remain calm under pressure.
• Experience working with children is essential.

What We Offer

• Well behaved children with a love of learning and play
• The opportunity to work with our friendly, dedicated and forward-thinking staff
• Committed and supportive parents and governors
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Contact Information

For more information, or to have an informal conversation, please contact the school office on 01245 355226 or by emailing [e-mail].

Whilst there is a published closing date for this vacancy, we reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive sufficient applications. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding and Equality

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people; promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued; the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs, and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre‑employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available online. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.