Midday Assistant

Stockport Council; Stockport; On-site; GBP 2,600 - 3,600; Part time

Job summary

Stockport Council is seeking a Midday Assistant at Banks Lane Junior School in Stockport. The role involves supervising lunchtime play and ensuring a clean dining area, with a focus on a friendly, inclusive school environment.

The successful candidate must enjoy working with children, have good communication skills and be flexible and motivated. Term-time hours are 5.25 per week, with a permanent contract starting asap.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate must enjoy working with children, have good communication skills and be flexible and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children's play during lunchtime.
• Keeping the dining hall clean and tidy.
• Supervising the children during lunchtime.

Skills

Communication skills

Job description

Banks Lane Junior School
Hempshaw Lane
Offerton
Stockport
SK1 4PR
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Job Title: Midday Assistant

Salary: Scale 1 point 3 £3,107 pro rata actual salary

Hours: 5.25 hours per week

Working Pattern: Term Time only

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: Tuesday 15th September 2026

Interview Date: Monday 28th September 2026

Start Date: asap

The Governing Board are seeking to appoint a Midday Assistant to work with a dedicated and friendly team of colleagues.

The successful candidate must enjoy working with children, have good communication skills and be flexible and motivated.

Hours will be 5.25 per week over 5 days, term time only

You will be responsible for

• Supporting children's play during lunchtime;
• Keeping the dining hall clean and tidy;
• Supervising the children during lunchtime.

We will offer:

• a dedicated and supportive team;
• enthusiastic and motivated children;
• an attractive environment for learning;
• a happy, friendly school.

Banks Lane Juniors is a fully inclusive three form entry junior school with nearly 360 pupils on roll. We have a dedicated staff and an excellent reputation in our local area. We are all working hard to continue to develop our thriving community school.

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

Candidates should note that any offer of employment made will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances to include two references and Enhanced Disclosure Procedures, a Children's Barred List check, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

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

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