Blackbrook Community Primary School are looking to appoint a lunchtime assistant to join our lunchtime team on a fixed term basis. The role involves the setting up of the dining hall for lunches, assisting the catering team serving food to the children and clearing away at the end of the lunch period. In addition, you will be required to assist the children during their lunch and playtimes where possible, supporting and joining in with play to encourage inclusive, fun playtimes. We are seeking to appoint a candidate who will: Maintain a calm atmosphere and encourage positive behaviour Be a team player with a positive attitude and a sense of humour Be a reflective person, who shows initiative and leadership to support our children Take care and pride in the school and its grounds Have the commitment to be involved in the life of the school and its needs Be flexible and have excellent attention to detail Have the confidence to make responsible decisions Have the ability to work closely with staff and children Have the ability to fit in with a dedicated and hardworking staff teamJob Role details:Fixed Term contract until August 2026Hours: 6.25 hours a week. 12noon-1.15pm - Mon-Fri, Term time onlyImmediate startSalary: £3,834.72 pro rataClosing date: 12th October 25Shortlisting: 13th October 25Interviews: Week commencing 13th October 25
Blackbrook Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff/volunteers must share this commitment. All appointments are subject to the necessary DBS and pre-employment checks. Blackbrook Primary School is part of The Oak Partnership Trust. All positions at Blackbrook require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children. Note to all applicants - The Oak Partnership Trust reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.