School Ancillary Assistant – Supportive Role in Learning

Merryfields School; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

CPD training

Health & wellbeing

Retail discounts

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Tea/coffee facilities

Job summary

Merryfields School is seeking two Ancillary Assistants on a maternity cover basis to support a diverse group of children aged 4-11. The roles are part-time, term-time only, from November 2026 for roughly a year.

You will work 32.5 hours per week across Mon-Thu and Fri, with salary paid over 12 months. You will assist the class teacher in preparing the classroom, maintaining resources, and supporting children with personal needs and learning.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a school, nursery or care setting preferred, but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Class Teacher in preparing the classroom for lessons.
• Prepare and maintain general equipment and resources.
• Support children with personal needs and health, and with learning and individual needs.
• Work under the direction of the class teacher.

Skills

Communication skills

Job description

Merryfields School is seeking two Ancillary Assistants on a maternity cover basis to support a diverse group of children aged 4-11. The roles are part-time, term-time only, from November 2026 for roughly a year.

You will work 32.5 hours per week across Mon-Thu and Fri, with salary paid over 12 months. You will assist the class teacher in preparing the classroom, maintaining resources, and supporting children with personal needs and learning.