Lunchtime Assistant

Purley CofE Primary School, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 8AF

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  9 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  17 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 5 hours a week, 12-1pm, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: B2 £12.65 - £12.85 per hour

What skills and experience we're looking for

Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.

Knowledge of basic first aid

Knowledge and understanding of basic health and safety requirements.

Fair minded approach

A knowledge and understanding of the welfare and social needs of pupils during mid-day break

Able to handle behaviour problems in a positive manner and report any problems.

Able to provide appropriate welfare support to pupils and respond sensitively.

Able to engage with children and encourage constructive play.

Physically able to move tables and chairs.

What the school offers its staff

Purley CE Primary School is a small village school with 80 pupils age 3-11 on role.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Purley CofE Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 85 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Purley CofE Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@purley.w-berks.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01189 842384
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/purley-cofe-primary-school

Nestled in Purley Village and only a short walk from the River Thames, our small village school has a strong community feel. Embedded in the local community for 150 years, our pupils and staff are always exploring ways to enhance links and contribute to the village. The whole Purley school family work together to ensure we are a happy and vibrant school with a caring and supportive atmosphere. We support pupils of all abilities to thrive and develop.

Arranging a visit to Purley CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@purley.w-berks.sch.uk.

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