Suttons Primary School Suttons Lane Hornchurch Essex RM12 6RP Tel. No. 01708 443393 Midday Assistant Hours: 10 hours and 25 minutes per week, Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year Salary: Grade 1/2 points 3-5 (£28,617 - £29,436) £6,893 - £7,090 pro rata Contract: Permanent Start Date: ASAP or July 2026 Purpose of role: A Midday Assistant (MDA) is part of a team of people who are responsible for pupil supervision during the midday break. The post holder will be supervised on a day-to-day basis by the duty member of the Senior Leadership Team and the MDA Manager. During the midday break the Midday Assistant will be responsible for ensuring: The transition of pupils from class to the dining hall and/or the school playground (or other designated area during wet play) and back to class at the end of lunchtime. The supervision and support of pupils whilst they eat. The promotion and supervision of positive and active play and pupil relationships. Health, safety, security and basic first aid (after relevant training). Pupil discipline and behaviour management. We are looking for a committed and passionate Midday Assistant who strives to give children the best start in life. The successful candidate will be responsible to the MDA Manager and will: Have a proven record of and can demonstrate a passion for children’s learning through consistently high quality interactions; Be enthusiastic and self-motivated and be able to work as part of a team; Share a drive and commitment to work in partnership with children, staff, parents and other professionals; We can offer: excellent continuing professional development; supportive staff who are receptive to new ideas and initiatives; enthusiastic and well behaved learners, where children are happy and safe; friendly and dedicated staff, parents and governors; strong ICT provision to support and extend learning and assessment; a supportive leadership team; and a very well resourced school. For more information please refer to the school website for further details: www.suttonsprimary.co.uk Please apply online. Closing Date: 16th June 2026 - 12pm Interview Date: 25th June 2026