Midday Assistant

Job title: Midday Assistant
Salary: NJC Scale 1 Point 3 dependant on experience £24,796 pro rata (Actual salary £5,016 p.a.)
Working Pattern: 8.75 hours per week term time only
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 13th July 2026 at 9am
Interview Date: w/c Monday 13th June 2026
Start Date: Wednesday 2nd September 2026

We are looking to appoint a Midday post to work at High Lane Primary. This is a very exciting time for our Trust as we grow.

Main purpose of the job:
To be responsible to the Headteacher, or the Class Teacher under the overall authority of the Headteacher, for the supervision of pupils during the lunch break.

The role and responsibilities involves

• Supervising children at lunchtime whilst eating in the dining hall, playing outside in the playground and during wet play in their classrooms.
• Encourage young children to eat their food and actively assist pupils with the development of good table manners and social skills
• Supervise children as they play outside in the playground and during wet play in their classrooms
• Helping during hand washing, cleaning up of spillages and ensuring the tables and floors are clean.
• Maintaining good order at all times
• Assisting with first aid in the case of any accident or incident
• Awareness of and following Safeguarding procedures

Successful candidates will:

• Enjoy organising playground games to ensure children’s lunchtime experience is a happy one
• Have a positive approach to behaviour management and be determined to ensure lunchtimes remain a safe and positive experience for all children

All relevant training will be given and opportunities for further CPD is a priority within our trust.

Please email completed applications to headteacher@highlane.stockport.sch.uk

Four Rivers Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, online checks and clearances by the DBS.