Midday Assistant

Cheshire Schools; Willaston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and pension scheme

Opportunities for career development

Supportive, flexible and inclusive env

Make a real difference in the lives of

Job summary

Willaston Primary Academy in Nantwich, Cheshire East, invites applications for a Midday Assistant. This permanent, term-time role is 7.5 hours per day during 11:45am–1:15pm, 38 weeks per year. The successful candidate will supervise pupils, ensuring safety during lunchtime and supporting inclusion and well-being.

Enhanced DBS check is required. Closing date 30 September 2026; interviews soon after. Competitive salary (Grade 3) with pension scheme and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of pupils during the lunchtime period.
• Take into account pupil ages, disability and behaviour when supervising lunch.

Job description

Grade 3 (£25,614 - £26,016) Actual Salary £4,366

Willaston Primary Academy, Derwent Close, Willaston

Closing on 30/09/2026 at 08:54

Enhanced DBS Check

Permanent | Part Time/Term Time

7.5 hours per day. 38 weeks per year (term time).

Position(s) Available: Midday Assistant

Salary: Grade 3 Scale Point 3 - £25,614 FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT

Actual salary for 7.5 Hours per week is £4,366 per annum

Employer: Willaston Primary Academy (Chancery Multi Academy Trust)

Location: Nantwich, Cheshire East

Contract Terms:

• 1 x Midday Assistant Grade 3 - 7.5 hours starting as soon as possible.

The post is a permanent contract for a 38-week period (term time). Working hours will be during school opening hours of 11:45am - 1:15pm.

Closing date: Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 12pm Noon

Shortlisting date: Tuesday 1st October 2026

Interview day: Monday 5th October 2026 PM

Willaston Primary Academy is dedicated to fostering a truly diverse and inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected. We recognise that diversity in all its forms enriches our community and strengthens our mission to provide high-quality education for all. As such, we encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those from under-represented & ethnic minority communities. We believe that our commitment to diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do but is also critical to achieving our vision of excellence

The successful candidate will ensure the safety of pupils during the lunchtime period. Taking int account pupil ages, disability and behaviour.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Opportunities for career development and training.
• A supportive, flexible and inclusive working environment.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

At Willaston Primary Academy, we take safeguarding our children extremely seriously. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two references.