Midday Assistant

JOHN PERRY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Midday Assistants (Permanent contract, term time only)

Required: Monday to Friday: 1.5 hours per day

between the hours: 11.30am to 1.30pm to be arranged

Salary: Scale 1 (Point 1b)

John Perry Primary School is a well-regarded three-form entry primary school. Our community includes fantastic, motivated students, dedicated staff, inspiring senior leadership, supportive parents, and strong ties with the local community.

We are looking for enthusiastic Midday Assistants to join our team and enhance the lunchtime experience for all our pupils in this diverse environment.

The successful candidates will collaborate with students and assist during lunchtime. Responsibilities will include ensuring a positive atmosphere and fostering good relationships.

The ideal candidates should exhibit the following characteristics:

- A solid understanding of children’s needs.
- A calm yet assertive approach with children.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- The capacity to remain composed under pressure and adapt swiftly to change.
- Discretion, empathy, and the ability to uphold confidentiality.
- Reliability in terms of punctuality and attendance.
- A commitment to safeguarding the welfare of pupils at all times.

We offer:

- A supportive and progressive staff and Governing Body.
- Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development.
- A welcoming work environment with helpful colleagues in our successful school.

To apply for this position, please visit our website at https://johnperryprimary.co.uk/about/#job_vacancies to download the application form and Job Description/Person Specification.

Closing date: Monday 20th April 2026, at 12pm

Shortlisting: Tuesday 21st April 2026

Interview date: WC: Monday 27th April 2026 (exact date to be confirmed at shortlisting stage)

Completed application forms should be submitted to the following email address: hr@johnperryprimary.co.uk or delivered to the Admin Office at John Perry Primary School.

Please note that we will only reach out to candidates who have been shortlisted for an interview.

John Perry Primary School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This role will involve interaction with children and will be classified as ‘regulated activity.’

The school prioritizes the safety and well-being of children and youth and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo appropriate child protection screening for the position, including checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Online searches may also be conducted on shortlisted candidates. Appointments are contingent upon satisfactory references, medical clearance, DBS checks, and social media evaluations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and a thorough screening process, including a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure at Enhanced level, will be carried out on all applicants. We encourage applications from all segments of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age. Thus, the school may request job applicants to disclose all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form prior to attending an interview to evaluate their suitability for working with children.

John Perry Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.