Lunchtime Assistant
Purley CofE Primary School, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 8AF11 days remaining to apply
Closing date
17 July 2026 at 8am
Date listed
6 July 2026
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
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Purley CofE Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- 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
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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