Midday Assistant

Vale View Primary School
Mill Lane, North Reddish
0161 221 0118

Midday Assistant
Scale 1 (£3,700 pro rata)
Part-Time, 6.25 hours (11:45am 1pm)
Term Time Only
One permanent role and one temporary role available
Start Date: as soon as possible

Application Deadline: 2 November 2026, 11:59pm
Please email completed application forms to Admin@valeview.stockport.sch.uk by the above deadline, application documents can be found and downloaded at the bottom of the page.
Shortlisting Date: 3 November 2026
Interview Date: 9 November 2026

Vale View Primary School currently has vacancies for Midday Assistants. The ideal candidates will have a passion for working with children, good behaviour management skills and have a good knowledge of safeguarding and first aid. You will work with our caring and dedicated team to support children’s learning and social development by providing high quality lunch time supervision and care.

One post will be permanent one will be a temporary post and to start as soon as possible.

Vale View Primary is a larger than average school situated at the heart of the local community. Our vision is to work with our families to ensure that children are well prepared for the next stage of their education. We do this by ensuring children have access to a wide range of experiences through a broad and rich curriculum and extra-curricular activities.

We are committed to developing our staff team and providing opportunities for self-development and career progression. You will work with a highly committed and experienced team to build on and develop the success of the school.

If you are enthusiastic, highly motivated and passionate about inspiring children and making a difference, we would like to meet you.

About You

• You will have a passion for working with children and may have some experience of working in a school environment or early years setting
• You will be able to organise day to day lunch time provision
• You will be committed, motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
• You will enjoy working as part of a team
• You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with parents and staff
• You will have a sound knowledge of safeguarding and first aid

About Us

• Our pupils are enthusiastic and are proud of their school
• We have a highly committed team of professionals
• We offer an excellent working environment and high-quality resources
• We provide opportunities to take part in high quality CPD and work with colleagues from beyond our school
• The support of a committed and experienced Local Governing Body

This is an exciting opportunity to join our highly dedicated and friendly team.

If you would like to find out more about the role please contact Admin@valeview.stockport.sch.uk for an informal discussion about the role

This school 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 pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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