Welfare Assistant

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 3HA

12 days remaining to apply

Job start date
6 January 2026
Closing date
15 December 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
3 December 2025

Job details

Job role: Other support roles
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Part time, full time
Contract type: Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary: £12.60 Hourly Current Foundation Living Wage

Welfare Assistant job summary

Thank you for your interest in the role of Welfare Assistant at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School. At St Joseph's, part of the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust, we are committed to providing a nurturing, faith-filled environment where every child can grow academically, spiritually, and socially. As a Lunchtime Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our children enjoy a safe, welcoming, and positive lunchtime experience.

We are looking for a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic individual to join our team. In this role, you will help to supervise and support our pupils during lunchtime, ensuring they have a smooth and enjoyable break while upholding our values of respect, kindness, and community. You will work alongside a dedicated team of staff who are passionate about creating a warm, inclusive environment for both children and staff.

As part of the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, we offer opportunities for professional growth and development. While this role is a key part of our daily school life, there are also opportunities to learn and grow within the wider Trust community, including access to professional development resources through the National College and in-house training.

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of young people and contribute to a positive school environment rooted in Catholic values, we would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
DBS
Medical clearance
Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Monday 15th December 2025 - midday
Shortlisting date: Monday 15th December 2025
Interview date: Thursday 18th December 2025

Post Details:
Grade: Foundation Living Wage
Salary: £12.60 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
Hours: 7.5 per week
Required: 6th January 2026

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

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.