Our school needs a Lunchtime Assistant
Grade: 1A
Working Hours: 7.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 1.5 Hours per day.
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: 18/9/2025
Shortlisting date: 19/9/2025
Interviews: TBC
We are so proud of our children at Ellenbrook Primary School. Our shared ethos of mutual respect and empathy is reflected in our positive attitude to behaviour and learning. We are seeking applicants who will share our ethos during school lunchtimes.
You will need to:
* Be calm, creative, flexible and understanding in your approach
* Promote positive attitudes to play, learning and all aspects of school life
* Provide social training for pupils, for example, table manners and the correct use of cutlery
* Help maintain a safe environment for children and staff
Applications should be made through the Greater Jobs website.
Any offer of employment for this post will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.
If you would like any additional information, please contact the school office at: schooloffice@ellenbrook.salford.sch.uk
We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.
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