Welfare Assistant

MyNewTerm; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 3,900 - 4,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Foundation Living Wage

Job summary

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School invites applications for a Welfare Assistant to join our caring community. You will work closely with teachers and support staff to support pupils and create a safe, nurturing environment.

The successful candidate will have a genuine desire to work with children, be enthusiastic and hardworking, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team or on their own initiative.

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to work with children and support their wellbeing.
• Good communication skills and the ability to engage with pupils, parents and staff.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and welfare staff to create a safe, caring environment.
• Assist pupils with daily activities and supervise during breaks and transitions.
• Maintain safeguarding standards in line with school policy.

Skills

Desire to work with children

Excellent communication skills

Team player and independent

Job description

Than you for taking the time to consider Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School for this exciting opportunity. We are a school and a community, steeped in faith, love and hope; working together continually to bring the Kingdom of God alive here on Earth. At Our Lady’s, we live by our mission statement, “You are Precious in my Eyes”. Every member of our school family is valued, nurtured and inspired to be the very best version of themselves in all that they do; for themselves and for our children.

We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Welfare Assistant to join our thriving school community. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, you will play a key role in making a real difference to our pupils.

The successful applicant will:
Have a genuine desire to work with children
Share the belief that every child can succeed
Be enthusiastic and hard working
Have excellent communication skills
Be able to work both as part of a team and on their own initiative
Be flexible and adaptable
Have a strong positive work ethic

In return we will offer the successful candidate a supportive, loving environment with Christ firmly at its’ centre.

Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
DBS
Medical clearance
Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.

Closing date for applications: Friday 9th October 2026 - midday
Interview date: w/c Monday 12th October 2026 - date to be confirmed

Post Details:
Grade: Foundation Living Wage
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 7.5 hours per week, Term Time only
Start Date: As soon as possible