Lunchtime Welfare Assistant

There are two part time (1.25 hour per day / 6.25 hours per week), permanent positions supporting children at lunchtime. You will be paid for 43.89 weeks per year. This is made up of 38 school weeks plus annual leave, statutory and extra statutory holidays. Hours of work are Monday to Friday 11.50pm – 1.05pm. Key duties will involve:

• Supervising children inside and when playing outside
• Supporting the children with their eating, social skills and through safe play
• Overseeing the movement of pupils to/from the lunch hall and dining arrangements
• Encouraging pupils to eat healthy balanced meals
• Setting up and running activities for pupils at lunchtime
• Reporting and dealing with incidents in line with school policy
• Ensuring adequate first aid treatment is available during the midday break
• Liaising with colleagues on how to meet any individual pupil needs (e.g. SEND)
This position will commence as soon as possible. If you are interested in applying for the position, please complete the CES application form and return it to school, including references. Alston Lane Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and safer working practices in school. The position will be subject to a successful DBS check and an occupational health check. The successful candidates will receive first aid training as part of their induction to the school. Many thanks and I look forward to receiving your application. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached. Please note that this vacancy closes at 12pm on 14/10/2024


• First Aid
Childcare NVQ
• Desirable Experience
• Working with children
Working in a school setting