The role
The Governors at Meadowside Primary & Nursery School wish to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and committed mid-day assistant.
We are looking for someone to join our team who can engage, empathise with and support our children during their lunch time.
You will be required:
1. to assist with the supervision of pupils whilst they are eating.
2. to support the general supervision of pupils to and from dining hall and other designated areas.
3. to supervise pupils in the playground and undertake appropriate playground activities.
4. to carry out some general cleaning duties in the hall such as wiping tables and brushing the floor.
Advice, guidance, and training on working with children will be given. Meadowside is a happy, thriving school with high standards and a hardworking team of practitioners. Applicants should be supportive of the school’s ethos and team approach. Application forms and further details are available via the .
The Challenge Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer. Meadowside Primary & Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to enhanced disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service. Further details can be found on
Key dates
Closing date: 10 October 2025
Interviews: w/c 17 October 2025
Start date: ASAP
Key Info
Contract: Permanent, part-time (7.5 hours)
Salary: Grade 3 (SCP 4 to SCP 5) pro-rata